§342L-32  Standards for tanks andtank systems.  (a)  The department shall adopt standards under chapter 91which shall apply to underground storage tanks and tank systems.

(b)  Underground storage tank and tank systemstandards shall include, but are not limited to the following specifications:

(1)  The tank and tank system shall be designed,constructed, installed, upgraded, maintained, repaired, and operated to preventreleases of the stored regulated substances for the operational life of thetank or tank system;

(2)  The material used in the construction or liningof the tank or tank system is compatible with the substance to be stored; and

(3)  Existing underground storage tanks or existingtank systems shall be replaced or upgraded not later than December 22,1998, to prevent releases for their operating life. [L 1989, c 212, pt of §6;am L 1992, c 259, §22]