Oil Tank Removal in Redlake, MN

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Johnson Construction Company

Bemidji, MN

At Johnson Construction Company, we go above and beyond for our clients. Our goal is to exceed expectations while providing high-quality oil tank removal services we are proud of. We communicate closely with customers from the beginning of a project... more

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North Country Excavation

Bemidji, MN

North Country Excavation, based out of Bemidji, MN, is a full-service demolition contractor providing unparalleled concrete removal, grading, excavation, and more. Our goal is to exceed all customer expectations. Reach out to our friendly staff today to receive an estimate. more

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What is the history of oil tanks?

  • 1859 — Oil is discovered and stored in wooden barrels.
  • Late 1800s — The first steel storage tanks are produced to keep valuable oil safe.
  • 1922 — First standards for steel storage tank safety are developed.
  • 1930s — Underground storage tanks are now the preferred storage method, opposed to the previously preferred above ground storage tanks.
  • 1960s — Tank owners grow more frustrated and more concerned with oil loss due to tank corrosion.
  • 1970s — Concerns begin to spread regarding the environmental impact of oil tank leaks.
  • 1988 — The EPA sets a deadline for upgrading underground tank systems, putting new tank regulations into place.
  • 1990s — Many begin closing and removing their tanks due to the widely known environmental and health risks.

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