Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 115 - Appendices
Appendix G - Flood-Resistant Construction
Section G701 - TANKS
Subsection G701.3 - Tank inlets and vents
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs G701.3
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
In flood hazard areas, tank inlets, fill openings, outlets and vents shall be:
1. At or above the design flood elevation or fitted with covers designed to prevent the inflow of floodwater or outflow of the contents of the tanks during conditions of the design flood.
2. Anchored to prevent lateral movement resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy, during conditions of the design flood.
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