Regulations last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

Title 40 - Protection of Environment last revised: Nov 20, 2024
Appendix - Table 31 to Subpart G of Part 63—Typical Number of Vacuum Breakers, NF6 and Roof Drains, a NF7
Tank diameter D (feet) b No. of vacuum breakers, NF6 No. of roof drains, N F7 double-deck roof c
Pontoon roof Double-deck roof
50111
100111
150222
200323
250435
300537
35064 d
40074 d

a This table should not supersede information based on actual tank data.

b If the actual diameter is between the diameters listed, the closest diameter listed should be used. If the actual diameter is midway between the diameters listed, the next larger diameter should be used.

c Roof drains that drain excess rainwater into the product are not used on pontoon floating roofs. They are, however, used on double-deck floating roofs, and are typically left open.

d For tanks more than 300 feet in diameter, actual tank data or the manufacturer's recommendations may be needed for the number of roof drains.

authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401
source: 57 FR 61992, Dec. 29, 1992, unless otherwise noted.