8 CCR 1202-5-5 - INSTALLATION OF ANHYDROUS AMMONIA SYSTEMS

5.1. Each permanent storage container shall be mounted on either of the following:

5.1.1. A skid assembly with sufficient surface area to properly support the skid-mounted container or;

5.1.2. Reinforced concrete footings and foundations or:

5.1.3. Structural steel supports mounted on reinforced concrete foundations. The reinforced concrete foundations or footings shall extend below the established frost line and shall be constructed to support the total weight of the containers and their contents. If the container is equipped for bottom withdrawal, the container's foundation shall maintain the lowest point of the container at not less than 18 inches above ground level.

5.1.4. Each container shall be mounted on its foundation in a manner that permits expansion and contraction. Each container shall be adequately supported so as to prevent the concentration of excessive loads on the supporting portion of the shell. Corrosion prevention measures shall be utilized on any portion of the container that is in contact with either the foundation or saddles.

5.1.5. Each container shall be securely anchored.

5.2. Before installing or relocating a permanent storage container or permanent storage facility, the owner shall submit a detailed diagram of the permanent storage facility to the Commissioner for review to ensure that the proposed site meets the requirements in Section 4.

5.2.1. The name of the permanent storage facility and the telephone number to be contacted in case of an emergency shall be posted and be legible from each facility entrance using letters at least two inches high.

5.2.2. No permanent storage container shall be located inside an enclosed structure unless the structure is specifically constructed for this purpose.

Notes

8 CCR 1202-5-5

38 CR 23, December 10, 2015, effective 12/30/2015 43 CR 22, November 25, 2020, effective 12/15/2020