In the coastal spill size classification, Major spills are defined as exceeding how many gallons?

In the coastal spill size classification, Major spills are defined as exceeding how many gallons?

• A. Less than 10,000 gal
• B. 10,000-100,000 gal
• C. Over 100,000 gal
• D. Between 1,000 and 10,000 gal

Answer: (C)

In coastal spill planning, response level scales with how much product is released. Major spills are defined as exceeding 100,000 gallons. That threshold triggers heightened coordination, mobilization of specialized resources, and a more extensive cleanup effort. Spills under 10,000 gallons are considered minor, those from about 10,000 to 100,000 gallons are moderate, and the range of 1,000 to 10,000 gallons is even smaller and falls far outside the major category. So the boundary that identifies a major spill is a release greater than 100,000 gallons.

In coastal spill planning, response level scales with how much product is released. Major spills are defined as exceeding 100,000 gallons. That threshold triggers heightened coordination, mobilization of specialized resources, and a more extensive cleanup effort. Spills under 10,000 gallons are considered minor, those from about 10,000 to 100,000 gallons are moderate, and the range of 1,000 to 10,000 gallons is even smaller and falls far outside the major category. So the boundary that identifies a major spill is a release greater than 100,000 gallons.