Potable Water Storage Bladder Tanks

FAQ: What is the footprint for a water storage tank?

potable water storage bladdersQuestion: Hello. I was looking at your potable water storage bladder tanks for drinking water. I saw the capacities listed but I did not see what the footprint for these tanks are. I am looking for a 5000 gallon tank. What is the size that I would require for this type of tank?

Answer: Thank you for contacting us! If you are visiting our website, you should be able to find a table on each product page that displays the approximate filled sizes for these Drinking Water Storage Bladder. This would give you an idea of the space required for the storage of any given tank size. For a 5000 gallon tank, your filled size would be seventeen feet in length, sixteen feet in width and two and half feet in height (17' L x 16' W x 2.5' H).


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Potable Water Storage Bladder Tank Features:

rainwater collapsible tanksThe collapsible drinking water bladder tank is designed for flexible potable water storage and is designed with fabrics that have been FDA and NSF 61 approved. Typical features you will find on this tank include:

  • Fabrics: Polyurethane, Polymer Alloy, E PVC Coated Fabric
  • Fittings: 3/4" through 2"
  • Typical Fitting Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Polypropylene
  • Optional Fittings: Ports, Emergency Plugs, Repair Kits, Spare Parts, Pressure Relief Valves

Potable water storage bladder tanks can be made to sizeAs mentioned before, each tank is designed with a standard dimension or filled size that matches your requested tank capacity. However, if you require a tank that is set to a specific tank dimension or can meet a specific height restriction, please don't hesitate to send us your requirements. The collapsible tank is one of the most flexible storage options available and is often made to meet site-specific storage requirements.

Potable Water Storage Bladder Tanks Advantages:

When compared to other storage tank options (such as plastic tanks, steel tanks, or fiberglass tanks) the collapsible tank offers several unique advantages. Some of these benefits include:

  • Low Profile
  • Flexible Capacity Range
  • High Strength Exterior
  • Materials Contain FDA approval
  • Withstands a Wide Range of Temperatures
  • Many Sizing Options
  • Low Shipping Costs
  • Ships Empty to New Locations
  • Multiple Tanks Fit within Same Shipping Vehicle
  • Often Placed in Crawl Spaces or Under Decks


If you have questions about products, give us a call at 1-863-261-8388 or request a price quote.