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Ohio Gas Station Compliance Guide
Everything fuel station operators in Ohio need to know about UST compliance, managed by the Ohio Bureau of Underground Storage Tank Regulations.
State Agency
Ohio Bureau of Underground Storage Tank Regulations
BUSTR
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 |
Ohio State Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Frequency | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Registration | Annual renewal by July 1 | Annual | $10,000/tank |
| Financial Assurance | Continuous | Ongoing | $10,000/day |
| Compliance Inspection | Every 3 years | 3 years | $10,000/day |
| Release Detection | Monthly | Monthly | $10,000/day |
Penalties & Enforcement
Max Daily Penalty
$10,000
Max Per Violation
$10,000
Criminal Penalties
Yes
Cleanup Fund
Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Release Compensation Board
Coverage Limit
$1,000,000
Deductible
$11,000
Eligible
Yes
Ohio BUSTR is one of the most active state programs.
Operator Training
Class A
Required
Class B
Required
Class C
Required
Online Accepted
Yes
Refresher interval: 3 years
Approved providers: BUSTR-approved
BUSTR maintains its own approved training provider list.
Registration & Fees
Annual Tank Fee
$100/tank
Registration Fee
$50
Late Penalty
$100/month
Find a UST Inspector
Third-party inspectors accepted
Ohio certifies tank installers and inspectors. Check certified professionals list.
Find Inspectors →Disclaimer: This guide is based on published Ohio regulations. Requirements change — always verify current obligations with the BUSTR.