Wisconsin § 168.28 - Inventory of petroleum product storage tanks.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 168.28 — Inventory of petroleum product storage tanks., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 168.28. Inventory of petroleum product storage tanks.
168.28(1) (1) Definitions. In this section: 168.28(1)(a) (a) Notwithstanding s. 168.01 (3) , “petroleum product” means materials derived from petroleum, natural gas, or asphalt deposits and includes gasoline, diesel and heating fuels, liquefied petroleum gases, lubricants, waxes, greases, and petrochemicals. 168.28(1)(b) (b) “Storage tank” means an enclosed container with a capacity in excess of 60 gallons which is used to hold a petroleum product, regardless of the duration of storage and which is intended for use as a fixed, rather than as a portable, installation. 168.28(2) (2) Inventory of storage tanks. The department shall undertake a program to inventory and determine the location of aboveground storage tanks and underground storage tanks. The department may require its deputies and any person engaged in the business of distributing petroleum products to provide information on the location of aboveground storage tanks and underground storage tanks. The department shall develop uniform procedures for reporting the location of aboveground storage tanks and underground storage tanks. 168.28 History History: 1983 a. 410 ; 1989 a. 254 ; 1991 a. 82 ; 2013 a. 20 ss. 1631 to 1633 ; Stats. 2013 s. 168.28. 168.28 Cross-reference Cross-reference: See also s. NR 747.11 , Wis. adm. code. Down Down /statutes/statutes/168 true statutes /statutes/statutes/168/ii/28 Chs. 164-177, Police Regulations statutes/168.28 statutes/168.28 section true Menu » Statutes Related » Statutes » Chapter 168 × Details for PDF view Link (Permanent link) Bookmark this location View toggle Go to top of document Search in this chapter Search in this section Search in this agency Search in this chapter group Search in this chapter Search in this section Cross references for section Acts affecting this section References to this 1970 Statutes Annotations Appellate Court Citations Administrative Code Index Reference lines Clear highlighting 2023-24 Wisconsin Statutes updated through 2025 Wis. Act 247 and through all Supreme Court Orders and Controlled Substances Board Orders filed before and in effect on August 5, 2026. Published and certified under s. 35.18. Changes effective after August 5, 2026, are designated by NOTES. (Published 8-5-26)
Source: official Wisconsin text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 168.28
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 168.28 cover?
Section 168.28 ("Inventory of petroleum product storage tanks.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 168.28?
A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 168.28" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.
How does Wisconsin § 168.28 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Wisconsin can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Wisconsin.