Virginia UST Directory
24,507 facilities · 12,042 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
C L Custer LLC
Harrisonburg, VA
Petro Stopping Center 72
Glade Spring, VA
Yorktown Fuel Terminal
Yorktown, VA
Atkins Petroleum
Saint Stephens Church, VA
Billys Limited Liability Corporation
Gainesville, VA
Go-Mart Store #129
Elkton, VA
ASHLAND TRAVEL CENTER
Ashland, VA
Rockingham Petroleum
Harrisonburg, VA
Loves Travel Stop 435
Ruther Glen, VA
Glenwood Oil & Automotive Incorporated
Huddleston, VA
Danville Bulk Plant
Danville, VA
VA0114
Elliston, VA
Tiger Bulk Plant
Charlottesville, VA
Recent Releases
Wilco 685
OpenSalem, VA
7 Eleven 23883
OpenRichmond, VA
7 Eleven 19049
OpenCulpeper, VA
VA0110
OpenManakin Sabot, VA
Haislip Shelia Property
No Further ActionSouth Boston, VA
Griffin Dewatering Site
No Further ActionChesapeake, VA
Greenbrier Texaco
No Further ActionCharlottesville, VA
ResourceVA Henrico County
OpenSandston, VA
Circle K Store 2723115
No Further ActionEmporia, VA
Safelite Autoglass Property
No Further ActionArlington, VA
US Postal Svs - Vehicle Maintenance Fac - Hampton
No Further ActionHampton, VA
Buchanan Quick Stop
OpenBuchanan, VA
Seven Hills School
No Further ActionRichmond, VA
Fourway Super Quick
OpenClintwood, VA
Dominion - Midlothian Office
No Further ActionMidlothian, VA
Shell 100577
OpenArlington, VA
Craddock BP
OpenPortsmouth, VA
Essex County Administrative Offices
OpenTappahannock, VA
Landford Brothers Company Incorporated
No Further ActionHollins, VA
Milton Property
OpenScottsville, 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 12,042 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.