Steel Tanks and Industrial Services for Agriculture
Agricultural operations depend on reliable storage — for water, fertilizer, fuel, grain, feed, and the byproducts of increasingly sophisticated farm-scale processing. Whether it’s a 50,000-gallon bolted water tank on a remote ranch in Nevada or a 2,000,000-gallon anaerobic digester at a California dairy, the tank has to work in harsh conditions, on difficult sites, with minimal maintenance for decades.
MMI Tank designs, fabricates, and erects bolted and field-welded steel tanks for agricultural operations across the western United States. Our crews are experienced with remote site logistics, limited access roads, and the seasonal timing constraints that drive agriculture project schedules.
Agricultural Tank Applications
Irrigation Water Storage
Seasonal and year-round water storage for irrigation districts, farms, and ranches. Bolted steel tanks are the preferred construction for agricultural water — they install fast on remote sites, ship flat on standard trailers, and don’t require welding crews or NDE inspectors in the field. Capacities from 10,000 to 3,000,000+ gallons.
Livestock Water Systems
Reliable water supply tanks for cattle, dairy, poultry, and swine operations. Sized for herd population and daily consumption with proper inlet/outlet configurations and overflow protection. NSF/ANSI 61 coatings available for animal drinking water quality.
Fertilizer and Chemical Storage
Bulk liquid fertilizer (UAN, 28-0-0, 32-0-0), anhydrous ammonia, and crop protection chemical storage. Material selection and coatings specified for each product’s concentration, temperature, and corrosion profile. Secondary containment systems for environmental compliance.
Anaerobic Digesters
Farm-scale and industrial anaerobic digester vessels for dairy manure, swine waste, food processing residuals, and energy crop substrates. Gas-tight field-welded construction for biogas capture. Insulated shells with temperature control for mesophilic or thermophilic operation. Bolted tanks serve as secondary digesters and digestate storage where gas-tight requirements are less stringent.
Grain, Feed, and Dry Bulk Storage
Steel silos, hoppers, and bins for grain, feed, seed, dried distillers grains, and other dry bulk agricultural commodities. Bolted panel construction with food-grade interior coatings. Aeration floors, temperature monitoring, and level indicators available.
Fuel Storage
On-farm diesel, gasoline, and biodiesel storage tanks. UL 142 aboveground tanks in single-wall and double-wall configurations for regulatory compliance. Shop-fabricated for fast delivery.
Dairy and Food Processing
Agricultural processors need tanks for milk receiving, whey storage, washwater, and CIP systems. Stainless steel construction for food-contact applications; coated carbon steel for utility water and wastewater. See our full food and beverage tank capabilities.
Wastewater and Lagoon Replacement
Steel tanks replacing aging earthen lagoons for dairy, feedlot, and food processing wastewater. Bolted tanks with chemical-resistant coatings offer a smaller footprint, reduced odor emissions, and easier permitting than open lagoons. Learn more about our wastewater tanks →
Why Bolted Tanks for Agriculture?
Most agricultural tank projects are a natural fit for bolted construction:
| Challenge | Bolted Tank Solution |
|---|---|
| Remote site with limited road access | Panels ship flat on standard trailers — no oversize loads |
| No local code welders or NDE inspectors | Bolted assembly with hand tools and a crane |
| Aggressive coating environment (fertilizer, manure, H₂S) | Factory-baked coatings applied in climate-controlled conditions |
| Seasonal schedule constraints (install between harvest and planting) | 2–4 week erection timeline |
| Possible future expansion or relocation | Add rings or disassemble and move |
For applications requiring gas-tight integrity (primary anaerobic digesters), ASME pressure service, or custom geometry — field-welded construction is the right call. MMI builds both.
Coatings for Agricultural Service
- Glass-fused-to-steel — premium corrosion protection for water, wastewater, digestate, and fertilizer. 30+ year service life in most agricultural environments.
- Factory-baked epoxy — cost-effective for water storage, irrigation, and moderate chemical exposure.
- Galvanized — hot-dip galvanized panels for dry bulk storage (grain, feed, seed).
- NSF/ANSI 61 — certified potable water and animal drinking water coatings.
- Chemical-resistant epoxy/vinyl ester — for aggressive fertilizer and manure environments.
Industrial Services for Agriculture
Beyond tanks, MMI’s industrial service divisions support agricultural operations:
- Millwright services — machinery installation, alignment, and repair for processing equipment, conveyors, and elevators
- Process piping — liquid and gas piping for tank farms, digesters, and processing facilities
- Industrial coatings — corrosion protection for existing structures, equipment, and tanks
- Custom fabrication — hoppers, chutes, conveyors, structural steel, and equipment modifications
- Plant relocation — moving and reinstalling processing lines, tanks, and heavy equipment
Agriculture Tank FAQ
What size water tanks does MMI build for agricultural operations?
From 10,000 gallons for small ranch water systems to over 3,000,000 gallons for irrigation districts and large dairy operations. Bolted and welded construction available.
Can MMI install a tank on a remote farm or ranch?
Yes. Our crews routinely work on remote agricultural sites with limited access roads. Bolted tank panels ship on standard flatbed trailers and assemble without welding, making remote installation practical and cost-effective.
Does MMI build anaerobic digesters for dairy farms?
Yes. We build gas-tight field-welded digesters for biogas production from dairy manure and other agricultural waste. Bolted tanks serve as secondary digesters and digestate storage.
Can a bolted tank replace an earthen lagoon?
Yes. Bolted steel tanks with chemical-resistant coatings offer a smaller footprint, better odor control, easier regulatory permitting, and longer service life compared to earthen lagoons. They can be permitted as above-ground storage, avoiding the groundwater monitoring requirements of lined lagoons in many jurisdictions.
What states does MMI serve for agricultural projects?
We are licensed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, Hawaii, Alaska, and South Dakota — covering the major western agricultural regions.
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