The Chem-Tainer 110 Gallon Black Vertical Water Storage Tank (SKU TC3536IW-BLACK) is a compact polyethylene vertical tank built for water storage where floor space is tight but capacity still matters. It stands 36 inches tall on a 35-inch by 35-inch base, so it tucks into a corner, a pump house, or a utility room while holding 110 gallons. At its 1.0 specific gravity rating, it is sized for water and water-equivalent liquids, which makes it a straightforward pick for fresh water reserve, rural fire-water staging, and general bulk storage. It ships from Hanford, California, so West Coast and Southwest lanes quote the lowest LTL freight.
Will it work for my application
This is a vertical water tank rated for contents at a specific gravity of 1.0, which covers fresh and clean water. Filled to its rated 110 gallons, the tank and water together come to about 917 pounds, which is also the maximum rated contents weight, so size your stand or pad for that load. The footprint is 35.0 x 35.0 inches, a stable base that does not need a wide platform. The black exterior blocks light, which helps slow algae growth and is one reason buyers choose black for outdoor or semi-shaded installs. To confirm this size against your daily draw and refill rhythm, run the numbers through our Tank Sizing Calculator or read the Tank Sizing Guide.
Mounting, fittings, and weight
Because a full tank weighs roughly 917 pounds, the surface under it has to carry that load without flexing. A continuously supported, level base is the rule for above-ground polyethylene tanks. If you are setting this on a poured pad, our guide on concrete pad sizing for above-ground polyethylene tanks walks through the ACI 360R-10 framework and where the ACI 318 boundary applies. Fitting configuration (lid, vent, and any bulkhead outlet) is confirmed at quote, so call 866-418-1777 with your plumbing plan. Any threaded or bulkhead connection relies on the correct gasket for your liquid; standard EPDM or Buna seals apply for water service, but confirm the gasket spec before you plumb it.
The mistake to avoid
The most common error with a water-rated tank is putting something heavier than water in it. This tank carries a 1.0 specific gravity rating, so it is sized for water, not for brines, fertilizers, or chemical solutions that weigh more per gallon. Liquids above 1.0 specific gravity exceed what the wall is rated to hold at this capacity and call for a higher-rated tank. Storing fertilizer, brine, or a chemical solution above 1.0 SG? You need a tank rated 1.5 or 1.9 specific gravity. Call 866-418-1777 and we will match the SKU to your liquid's weight. If your end use is rural fire protection, design the reserve volume deliberately rather than guessing; our guide on fire-water reservoir tank design for rural and remote sites covers NFPA 22 sizing discipline and freeze protection for cold climates.
This vertical storage tank ships LTL freight from the Hanford, California plant, quoted live to your ZIP code. Get a real number in seconds with our Freight Cost Estimator, or call 866-418-1777 and we will quote it for you.
