Secondary containment is required when liquid fertilizer storage containers reach a total capacity of 2,000 gallons. Fertilizer volume is determined by the total capacity of all storage containers located in one area.
A load pad is required once the volume liquid fertilizer transferred from the facility reaches 125 tons.
Liquid fertilizer storage containers are exempt from secondary containment requirements if they are used for mobile or temporary storage no longer than 60 days.
Dry fertilizer must be stored and handled in a manner that prevents pollution and minimizes loss.
The following flow-charts provide a quick and easy way for you to determine if you meet the criteria requiring you to have secondary containment and/or a load pad for bulk fertilizer storage.
If you have any questions about whether you need secondary containment or a load pad, please contact the Pesticide and Fertilizer Department at 785-564-6700.
If you need to submit plans for our review, please use the following application.