MIL-HDBK-1022A
locate a tank truck loading facility closer than 100 feet (30
m) from a railroad track (or spur) or rail siding for
loading/off-loading of fuel.
c) Bottom loading is the only acceptable method of
loading tank trucks. Bottom loading results in increased
safety, manpower savings, quality control of product, and area
cleanliness. At non-U.S. locations where only contracted top
loading tank trucks are available, install a top loading rack
with permission of Service Headquarters. In this event,
provide future bottom loading capabilities.
d) When authorized by Service Headquarters, protect
the loading rack by a weather cover designed for severe
weather conditions. The weather cover must be justified by
severe environmental conditions impacting operations (low
temperature and snow) or economically justified by reducing
stormwater runoff and eliminating the need for stormwater
collection and treatment. If the protective structure is
included in the design, ensure that the underside of the roof
is high enough to provide operator head room when walking on
top of the truck and for access to rail car domes. Ensure
structural design is in accordance with the Army Corps of
Engineers AEI and MIL-HDBK-1002/3.
e) Provide separate piping, pumps, loading
connections, and controls for each different type and grade of
fuel.
f) Arrange loading rack with a row of islands with
sufficient clearance between to allow easy access to all parts
of the tank trucks when parked. Arrange islands and
approaches in a manner that allows forward motion for all tank
trucks at all times with ample room for turning. Space and
arrange bottom loading islands to accommodate one tank truck
only on the side adjacent to the tank truck's liquid
connections, usually the passenger side of the tank truck.
g) Provide for entrance and egress of emergency
vehicles.
h) At each loading position, provide an impermeable
retention and controlled drainage system leading to a
containment or treatment system. Pave the spaces between
islands, and on each side of the outer islands, with concrete
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