Virginia UST Directory
24,507 facilities · 12,107 LUST releases
Virginia's environmental landscape includes 24,507 registered underground storage tank (UST) facilities, necessitating robust oversight to prevent contamination. The state has documented 12,070 leaking underground storage tank (LUST) release sites, with 320 releases currently classified as "Open" and still requiring cleanup efforts. Effective UST monitoring is paramount for early detection of leaks, preventing further environmental damage, and ensuring the timely remediation of contaminated sites.
The state manages 16,577 active underground storage tanks, alongside 60,857 closed tanks. UST facilities are concentrated in urban centers, with Richmond having 1729 facilities and 1050 releases, Virginia Beach 726 facilities and 399 releases, Norfolk 711 facilities and 455 releases, Roanoke 636 facilities and 322 releases, and Chesapeake 466 facilities and 213 releases. This highlights the critical need for environmental due diligence and proactive groundwater protection measures, particularly
Cities
Top Facilities
Afton Research Center
Richmond, VA
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
Central Intelligence Agency
McLean, VA
US Army Fort Pickett
Blackstone, VA
Bradley Oil Terminal
Mechanicsville, VA
Arlington County Trades Center
Arlington, VA
DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER
Salem, VA
Yorktown Fuel Terminal
Yorktown, VA
C L Custer LLC
Harrisonburg, VA
Petro Stopping Center 72
Glade Spring, VA
Atkins Petroleum
Saint Stephens Church, VA
Rockingham Petroleum
Harrisonburg, VA
Billys Limited Liability Corporation
Gainesville, VA
Go-Mart Store #129
Elkton, VA
ASHLAND TRAVEL CENTER
Ashland, VA
Scotchman 3431
Clintwood, VA
Danville Bulk Plant
Danville, VA
Tiger Bulk Plant
Charlottesville, VA
Newport News Shipbuilding - Main Yard
Newport News, VA
Speedway 4633
Roanoke, VA
Recent Releases
Wilco 685
Salem, VA
7 Eleven 23883
Richmond, VA
7 Eleven 19049
Culpeper, VA
VA0110
Manakin Sabot, VA
Haislip Shelia Property
South Boston, VA
Griffin Dewatering Site
Chesapeake, VA
Greenbrier Texaco
Charlottesville, VA
ResourceVA Henrico County
Sandston, VA
Circle K Store 2723115
Emporia, VA
Safelite Autoglass Property
Arlington, VA
US Postal Svs - Vehicle Maintenance Fac - Hampton
Hampton, VA
Buchanan Quick Stop
Buchanan, VA
Seven Hills School
Richmond, VA
Fourway Super Quick
Clintwood, VA
Dominion - Midlothian Office
Midlothian, VA
Shell 100577
Arlington, VA
Craddock BP
Portsmouth, VA
Essex County Administrative Offices
Tappahannock, VA
Milton Property
Scottsville, VA
Landford Brothers Company Incorporated
Hollins, VA
Related Guides
Property Due Diligence
How to check for underground storage tanks before buying property
Leaking Tank Risks
Health and environmental impacts of LUST releases
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 Virginia?
Virginia has 24,507 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 Virginia?
There are 12,107 documented LUST (Leaking Underground Storage Tank) releases in Virginia. 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 Virginia?
You can search for UST facilities and LUST release sites near any address in Virginia 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.