Alaska UST Directory
0 facilities · 0 LUST releases
Alaska faces significant environmental management challenges concerning underground storage tanks (USTs). The state currently has 2,642 registered UST facilities, and a substantial 2,187 documented leaking underground storage tank (LUST) release sites. Of these, 288 releases are still classified as "Open," indicating ongoing cleanup requirements. With 835 active underground storage tanks and 5,991 closed tanks, continuous UST monitoring is vital to prevent new contamination and ensure the integrity of these systems over time.
The potential for environmental contamination, particularly to groundwater, underscores the critical importance of robust environmental due diligence. Protecting Alaska's precious groundwater resources from petroleum and other hazardous substance releases is a key concern. Data sourced from the EPA UST Finder program reveals the distribution of facilities and releases, with Anchorage having 886 facilities and 4 releases, Fairbanks 367 facilities and 4 releases, Juneau 100 facilities and 1 release, Wasilla 70 facilities and 4 releases, and Kenai 70 facilities and 0 releases. Proactive management
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Related Guides
Alaska UST Regulations 2026
State-specific compliance guide for Alaska underground storage tank regulations
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Leaking Tank Risks
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Cleanup Costs
What to expect for UST remediation costs
Phase I ESA Guide
Environmental site assessments for properties with USTs
Frequently Asked Questions
How many underground storage tanks are in Alaska?
Alaska has 0 registered UST facilities tracked in the EPA database. These facilities contain active and closed underground storage tanks used primarily for petroleum storage.
What are LUST releases in Alaska?
There are 0 documented LUST (Leaking Underground Storage Tank) releases in Alaska. These are confirmed or suspected releases of petroleum or hazardous substances from underground storage tank systems that require investigation and cleanup.
How do I check for tank contamination near me in Alaska?
You can search for UST facilities and LUST release sites near any address in Alaska using UST Map's interactive map or by browsing city-level pages. Each facility and release listing includes proximity data such as population within 1,500 feet and nearby private wells.