Which federal agency is responsible for regulating fuel storage tank systems?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the federal agency responsible for regulating fuel storage tank systems. This includes the management of both underground and aboveground storage tanks, primarily to prevent leaks that could contaminate groundwater and the environment. The EPA establishes standards and requirements for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of these tanks to ensure they do not pose a risk to public health or the environment. Their regulations help enforce compliance and promote safe handling and dispensing of fuels, thereby minimizing the potential for environmental pollution.

The other agencies listed have different focuses; for example, OSHA primarily deals with workplace safety and health, while the Federal Aviation Administration regulates aspects of civil aviation, including the operation of aircraft, rather than fuel storage systems. The Department of Transportation oversees transportation-related infrastructure and safety but does not specifically regulate fuel storage tank systems as the EPA does. Thus, the EPA's role makes it the authoritative agency on this matter.