GA16,000 active USTs
Georgia Gas Station Compliance Guide
Everything fuel station operators in Georgia need to know about UST compliance, managed by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division.
State Agency
Georgia Environmental Protection Division
EPD UST Management Program
Compliance Deadlines
Federal EPA Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Penalty | CFR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Release Detection | Ongoing — monthly | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.41 |
| Annual Walkthrough Inspection | Annually by Oct 13 | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.36 |
| Operator Training (Class A/B/C) | Within 30 days of designation | $25,000 | 40 CFR 280.242 |
| Financial Responsibility | Continuous | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.90 |
| Spill/Overfill Prevention Equipment | Required at all UST systems | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.30 |
| Corrosion Protection Testing | Every 3 years (impressed current) / 5 years (other) | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.31 |
| Release Reporting | Within 24 hours of discovery | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.50 |
| UST Registration/Notification | Within 30 days of installation | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.22 |
Georgia State Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Frequency | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Notification | Prior to installation | One-time | $25,000/day |
| Annual UST Fee | Annually by Oct 1 | Annual | License suspension |
| Release Detection | Monthly | Monthly | $25,000/day |
Penalties & Enforcement
Max Daily Penalty
$25,000
Max Per Violation
$50,000
Criminal Penalties
Yes
Georgia has high maximum penalties.
Cleanup Fund
Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund
Coverage Limit
$1,000,000
Deductible
$20,000
Eligible
Yes
Operator Training
Class A
Required
Class B
Required
Class C
Required
Online Accepted
Yes
Refresher interval: 3 years
Approved providers: EPD-approved
Registration & Fees
Annual Tank Fee
$100/tank
Registration Fee
$50
Late Penalty
License suspension
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Disclaimer: This guide is based on published Georgia regulations. Requirements change — always verify current obligations with the EPD.