Water should be near the top of your list when making emergency preps. You should plan to have at least two gallons per person per day to have a comfortable amount of water to survive major disasters.
You must check out bulk water delivery tanks to upgrade your emergency water storage.
500 Gallon Bulk Water Delivery Storage Tanks
There are a lot of options when it comes to bulk emergency water storage. Not all are suited to potable water storage. Consider the following characteristics to ensure you get the best water storage tank.
What Material is the water storage tank made from?
Potable water storage tanks must have food-grade high-density polyethylene (HDPE). BPA-free HDPE will not leach chemicals into your water, and it is highly durable.
Is the Water Storage Tank Impervious to Light?
The best water storage tanks also use dark green or blue HDPE resin, impervious to light penetration. Many tanks will incorporate UV inhibitors to further protect the water tank from degradation caused by sunlight.
Preventing water from being exposed to light will help avoid algae growth and keep your water fresh longer.
Many transparent or opaque storage tanks are on the market, but I’d avoid them for a reason above.
How is the Water Storage Tank Constructed?
Check with the tank manufacturer to understand how the water storage tank is constructed. The most durable tanks will be made using rotationally molded polyethylene resin.
This production method results in seamless vertical tanks. The seamless construction makes the water storage tank more durable and resistant to cracks.
Uses for 500 Gallon Water Storage Tanks
Rainwater Collection Systems
These 500-gallon HDPE water tanks can be used for more than simple water storage. They make excellent tanks for rainwater collection. This allows you to harvest a massive amount of water from the roof of a building or house.
Incorporating a rainwater catchment system into your preps creates a renewable source of emergency water for drinking, hygiene, and garden water.
Fire Suppression
500-gallon water storage tanks make excellent fire suppression reservoirs. If your property or building is not attached to a primary water source, storing water for fire suppression is your direct option.
Polymer tanks make a durable and economical method to ensure you always have water to respond to fire emergencies.
FAQ
How much does a 500 gallon poly tank weigh?
Most polymer 500 gallon water tanks weight between 90 and 125lbs.
What is the largest poly tank?
The largest commercially available poly tanks hold up to 15,000 gallons of water.
How long will a 500 gallon water tank last?
The average life expenctancy of a polyethylene water tank is 15-20 years. Some tanks can last over 30 in the right conditions.
Are poly tanks cheaper than steel?
Yes, most poly tanks cost about 50% less than a similar size steel tank.
How big is a 500 gallon storage tank?
It depends on the brand but many cylindrical tanks have a diameter of 48 inches and height of 73 inches.
How much does a 500 gallon water tank weigh full?
About 4,270lbs.
