Environmental
A Mississippi property contains an old underground fuel oil storage tank that served a heating system. The tank has not been used in 15 years. Under EPA and Mississippi regulations, the owner should:
ADo nothing since the tank is no longer in use
BProperly close the tank per EPA/Mississippi UST regulations, sample for leaks, and remediate if contamination is found✓ Correct
CSimply disconnect the fill pipe and vent
DCover the fill pipe and wait for regulations to change
Explanation
Out-of-service USTs must be properly closed per EPA's UST regulations (40 CFR Part 280) — either temporarily closed (short-term) or permanently closed. Permanent closure requires excavation or interior lining, site assessment sampling for contamination, and remediation if contamination is found.
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