Carbon Steel Storage Tanks
Carbon Steel Storage Tanks
Tank Depot delivers the best carbon steel storage tanks engineered for strength, versatility, and long-term performance. Built to industry codes including API 650, AWWA D100, and ASME, these tanks are trusted across industrial, municipal, and commercial sectors to store water, fuels, chemicals, and other critical liquids.
Whether you're designing a wastewater treatment facility, storing diesel or crude oil, or managing chemical processes, our carbon steel storage tanks offer a durable and cost-effective solution—custom-built for your specifications and environment..
Our carbon steel storage tank line ranges from
1,000 to 50,000 gallons
Core Applications of Carbon Steel Tanks
Tank Depot’s carbon welded steel tanks are at work in virtually every liquid-handling industry. Our engineering team will align your design with the correct specifications, coatings, and accessories to match your unique needs.
Customizable
Our carbon steel water tanks are ideal for storing potable, gray, or process water, with NSF 61-certified options ensuring compliance for safe use in municipal and industrial systems.
Fuel Storage
Engineered to meet UL-142 and UL-2085 standards, our carbon steel fuel tanks handle diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, and heating oils with reliability and regulatory confidence.
Chemical Storage
Custom-lined carbon steel chemical storage tanks provide safe containment for corrosive materials like acids, alkalis, solvents, and resins, ensuring long-term performance and corrosion resistance.
Wastewater Treatment
Designed for efficiency in effluent holding, influent reservoirs, and chemical dosing, our welded carbon steel tanks support a wide range of wastewater treatment processes.
Oil & Gas
We deliver carbon steel API storage tanks to API 650 specifications for crude oil, condensate, and injection liquids—trusted by operators across upstream and midstream sectors.
Agriculture
Carbon steel tanks for agriculture are suited for storing fertilizers, irrigation water, pesticides, and liquid nutrients, offering durability in demanding farm environments.
Manufacturing & Process Water
For reuse systems and process applications, our carbon steel tanks maintain temperature stability and structural integrity, supporting continuous industrial operations.
Power Generation & Utilities
From boiler feedwater to emergency diesel reserves, carbon steel storage tanks are essential to grid resilience and critical infrastructure in the energy sector.
What Are Carbon Steel Tanks?
Carbon steel tanks are heavy-duty storage vessels built from iron-carbon alloys, engineered to store water, fuels, chemicals, and other liquids in demanding industrial, municipal, and commercial environments. Known for their high strength-to-weight ratio, fabrication flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, carbon steel storage tanks are often preferred for large-capacity applications. When lined with epoxy, novolac, or polyurethane coatings, they offer reliable protection against corrosion and chemical exposure, extending service life even in aggressive conditions.
Compared to other tank materials, carbon steel provides a distinct advantage. Unlike galvanized steel tanks, which rely on a thin zinc coating that can degrade over time, carbon steel tanks use robust internal linings for long-term durability. They also offer a more economical alternative to stainless steel tanks, delivering structural performance without the higher material costs.
And while corrugated or bolted tanks are suitable for moderate-duty use, welded carbon steel tanks are better suited for high-pressure or mission-critical systems due to their seamless construction and customizability. Backed by industry standards like API 650, AWWA D100, and ASME, carbon steel tanks remain a trusted choice for engineered liquid containment solutions.
Carbon Steel Design Flexibility for Any Configuration
| Capacities | 1,000 – 50,000+ gallons |
| Mounting | Ground-based, skid-mounted, or elevated platforms. |
| Bottom Types | Welded, bolted, horizontal, vertical, cone-bottom, dished-bottom |
| Orientation | Vertical or Horizontal |
| Compliance Ready | API 650, AWWA D100, NFPA 22, NFPA 1142, ASME, NSF 61 |
| Coating Options | Epoxy, novolac, polyurethane, and 100% solids coatings. |
We also supply specialized formats such as: Gun Barrels, Oil Recovery Tanks, Desanders, Mixing Tanks, and Process Vessels.
Carbon Steel Storage Tank Features
Our carbon steel tanks, meticulously crafted to exceed industry standards and cater to diverse needs.
From Storage Tanks and Gun Barrels to DFSD Desanders and HWSB Oil Recovery Tanks, our robust offerings ensure durability and reliability in every application. With sizes ranging from 100 BBL to 1,000 BBL, we accommodate projects of any scale. Our Climate Controlled Blast and Paint facility guarantee superior finishing touches. Moreover, we offer Custom Internal Coating Options tailored to specific requirements. Rest assured, our tanks adhere to stringent industry benchmarks including NFPA-22, API-650, API-620, API-12F, and ASME, promising unmatched quality and performance.
Elevate your operations with our unparalleled carbon steel tanks, engineered for excellence.
Carbon Steel Storage Tank Features
Our carbon steel tanks, meticulously crafted to exceed industry standards and cater to diverse needs.
From Storage Tanks and Gun Barrels to DFSD Desanders and HWSB Oil Recovery Tanks, our robust offerings ensure durability and reliability in every application. With sizes ranging from 100 BBL to 1,000 BBL, we accommodate projects of any scale. Our Climate Controlled Blast and Paint facility guarantee superior finishing touches. Moreover, we offer Custom Internal Coating Options tailored to specific requirements. Rest assured, our tanks adhere to stringent industry benchmarks including NFPA-22, API-650, API-620, API-12F, and ASME, promising unmatched quality and performance.
Elevate your operations with our unparalleled carbon steel tanks, engineered for excellence.
Why Choose Carbon Steel for Your Storage Tank?
Carbon steel is a preferred material for large-scale liquid containment thanks to its high tensile strength, structural rigidity, and fabrication flexibility. Unlike stainless steel, it offers significant cost savings—without compromising on mechanical performance when paired with the right linings.
Engineered for High-Pressure
Carbon steel tanks are built to withstand high-pressure and large-capacity applications, making them ideal for industrial storage systems that demand structural strength and performance under load.
Versatile for Pressurized Systems
Whether you're working with ambient pressure or sealed environments, carbon steel storage tanks adapt to both conditions—ensuring reliable containment for a wide range of industrial fluids and gases.
Designed for Seamless Facility Integration
Our welded carbon steel tanks are fabricated to fit into your facility’s existing infrastructure, simplifying installation and minimizing downtime during commissioning.
Fully Customizable
From manways and flanges to vents, nozzles, ladders, and inspection ports—our custom carbon steel tanks can be configured to meet your specific process requirements and maintenance protocols.
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Whether you're storing fuel, water, chemicals, or process liquids, our team is ready to design a custom carbon steel storage solution that meets your exact specifications.
Request Free Quote for Your Carbon Steel Storage Tank
Whether you're storing fuel, water, chemicals, or process liquids, our team is ready to design a custom carbon steel storage solution that meets your exact specifications.
