Large Water Tanks
High-Capacity Water Storage Tanks
A large water tank gives industrial, agricultural, and municipal operations the bulk capacity they need without giving up durability. Each high-capacity water storage tank is engineered with durability and reliability in mind, ensuring they perform in even the harshest conditions. From industrial to residential applications, these tanks are able to handle large volumes of liquid no matter the weather or location.
Our large-scale water storage tanks are available in a range of styles and models, perfect for storing everything from drinking water and process water to grey water and frac fluids. Browse our options below to find the ideal tank that meets your bulk liquid storage needs, ensuring you have the right solution for any project.
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steel water storage tanks
Built for the long haul, our steel storage tanks offer dependable solutions for storing water, fuel, and other essential liquids. These galvanised steel water tanks are ideal for farms, construction sites, and industrial operations. They resist harsh weather and rough conditions. Choose above-ground or underground models, each crafted for durability and long-term performance. When reliability matters most, steel is the smart choice.
Corrugated Steel Water Tanks
Corrugated Steel Water Tanks are our largest available water storage option, with capacities of up to 600,000 gallons. These tanks save on the delivery cost because they ship at only a fraction of their installed size, thanks to the sections of corrugated steel.
Once on-site, corrugated steel bulk storage tanks can be quickly installed, making them an ideal choice for farming, industrial use, or emergency water supply. They’re great for things like irrigation, rainwater collection, or holding process water. If you need bulk storage fast, and you don’t want the hassle of heavy freight, these are a great fit.
Fiberglass Tanks
Fiberglass storage tanks provide a reliable solution for liquid storage in agricultural facilities, residential properties, and commercial locations. This is safe for water storage, waste storage, and chemicals storage.
Fiberglass tanks are built to handle water, waste, or chemicals without corroding or denting. That makes them perfect for places where metal tanks might wear down, like coastal areas, farms, or underground installs. Fiberglass tanks come in various models, including above-ground dome-style tanks, underground storage tanks, and flat-top fiberglass basins.
Plastic Water Tanks
The vertical poly water tanks offer a reliable solution for outdoor water storage that specifically designed to protect your drinking water. With a dark black or green color tank, it effectively blocks sunlight, reducing algae growth and ensuring cleaner water. Constructed from FDA-approved materials, our poly tanks meet standards for potable drinking water storage. These tanks provide a durable and cost-effective option for long-term water storage needs.
Flexible Water Bladder Tanks for Temporary Liquid Storage
The flexible large-capacity water tanks, also known as pillow tanks or water bladders, are ideal for temporarily storing substantial amounts of liquid at your site. Designed to hold up to 210,000 gallons, these USA-made water bladder tanks are perfect for use during tank repairs, temporary work projects, or hydraulic fracturing (fracking). Constructed from high-quality fabrics, they are suitable for storing potable water, brine water, process/production water, fracking liquids, and even diesel fuel.
Onion Water Tanks
Onion tanks, also known as pumpkin tanks, are flexible, open-top storage solutions designed for potable and non-potable water storage. Ideal for locations that require temporary liquid storage, these self-rising onion tanks are easy to store and deploy quickly. With their fast setup and easy filling capabilities, they are perfect for firefighting, military operations, emergency relief, and more. Choose our high-quality onion tanks for dependable, convenient temporary water storage.
Why Choose a Large Water Tank
- Multiple materials, one source: galvanized and corrugated steel, fiberglass, poly, and flexible fabric, so the tank matches the job instead of the other way around.
- Capacity that scales: options run from a few hundred gallons up to bulk-volume builds. For the biggest jobs, see our bulk water storage tanks.
- Above-ground or underground: place the tank where the site allows, including underground options where footprint or freeze protection is a concern.
- Vertical or horizontal builds: space-saving formats including vertical water storage tanks for tight footprints.
- Configurable fittings and outlets for potable, process, and non-potable water service.
Common Large Water Tank Applications
Large-volume storage shows up wherever a site needs more water than the municipal line can deliver on demand, or needs to hold non-potable liquids on hand. The right material and capacity depend on what is stored and where.
- Agriculture and irrigation: crop watering, livestock supply, and on-farm reserve storage.
- Construction and site work: dust control, soil compaction, and concrete and equipment washdown.
- Municipal and rural water: potable supply, booster storage, and backup reserves.
- Industrial and process: process water, cooling, and grey water handling.
- Fire protection: on-site water supply for suppression and rural firefighting.
- Emergency and disaster relief: rapid-deploy temporary storage when infrastructure is down.
- Oil, gas, and energy: brine, process, and production water, plus frac fluid storage.
How to Size a Large Water Tank
Right-sizing comes down to how much water you draw, how quickly your source refills, and how much reserve you want on hand. Start with these three, then footprint and material follow the site. If you are still working out what size water tank you need, the full method, with worksheets and worked examples, lives in the sizing guide.
See the Full Sizing GuideSize for your peak daily demand, then add a reserve margin in case your refill source is interrupted.
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Daily Demand
Total gallons your operation draws per day at peak, across every point of use.
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Refill Rate
How fast and how often your source tops the tank back up, by municipal line, well, or delivery.
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Reserve and Footprint
Days of backup supply you want on hand, plus the space and material the site allows.
Related Guides and Resources
- Bulk water storage tanks. When you need the largest capacities.
- Vertical water storage tanks. Space-saving footprints.
- What size water tank do I need Sizing walkthrough.
- What size water tank do I need Sizing walkthrough.
Large Water Tank FAQs
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