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Oregon Gas Station Compliance Guide
Everything fuel station operators in Oregon need to know about UST compliance, managed by the Oregon Dept. of Environmental Quality.
State Agency
Oregon Dept. of Environmental Quality
DEQ UST 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 |
Oregon State Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Frequency | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Registration | Prior to operation | One-time | $10,000/day |
| Annual Fee | Annually | Annual | $500/month |
| Release Detection | Monthly | Monthly | $10,000/day |
Penalties & Enforcement
Max Daily Penalty
$10,000
Max Per Violation
$25,000
Criminal Penalties
Yes
Cleanup Fund
Heating Oil Tank Cleanup Fund / Orphan Site Account
Coverage Limit
$1,000,000
Deductible
$10,000
Eligible
Yes
Separate funds for heating oil and commercial tanks.
Operator Training
Class A
Required
Class B
Required
Class C
Required
Online Accepted
Yes
Refresher interval: 3 years
Approved providers: DEQ-approved
Registration & Fees
Annual Tank Fee
$150/tank
Registration Fee
$100
Late Penalty
$500/month
Find a UST Inspector
Third-party inspectors accepted
Find Inspectors →Disclaimer: This guide is based on published Oregon regulations. Requirements change — always verify current obligations with the DEQ.