Patent ID: 6939080
Filing Date: 2005-09-06
Classification: B67D,E02D,E04H

Abstract:
1. An integrated underground storage reservoir and above-ground canopy system having increased resistance to leakage of a first fluid into the ground, said system comprising: a reservoir suitable for being buried beneath ground level and for containing a first fluid; at least one support unit disposed within the reservoir and projecting outside the reservoir for attachment to an above-ground canopy; an above-ground canopy attached to said at least one support unit, said canopy suitable for providing shelter from weather while accessing said reservoir, said at least one support unit being operable for supporting said canopy in an above-ground position; an enclosure suitable for at least partially surrounding the reservoir; a delivery system for delivery of said fluid from within said reservoir to above ground level; and an above-ground distribution system for distribution of fluid from said delivery system to at least one above-ground fluid dispensing unit, at least a portion of said distribution system being disposed within said canopy; wherein the enclosure is spaced from the reservoir so as to define a void therebetween, and wherein the void is filled with a second fluid capable of identifying a leaking condition of the reservoir by detected infiltration of the second fluid into the reservoir.