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The 12x50 Drive Through Spill Containment Berm delivers 5,249 gallons of sump capacity in a 12 ft. x 50 ft. x 1 ft. configuration. This large-format drive-through berm handles full-length tanker trucks with self-rising end walls and aluminum L-bracket sidewall support for continuous vehicle access. The black Copolymer 2000 liner resists petroleum, oils, fuels, and solvents. Includes yellow tire track guards for berm floor protection. At 290 lbs, this is a crew-deployed berm for permanent or semi-permanent fueling stations and tanker loading areas. Ships free to the lower 48 states with approximately 4-week lead time.

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Technical Specifications

Spill Containment Berm, Drive Through, 12ft x 50ft x 1ft

SKU ADT125001B
Dimensions 12 ft. x 50 ft. x 1 ft.
Sump Capacity 5,249 gallons
Weight 290 lbs
Material Copolymer 2000
Color Black
Wall Height 1 ft. (12 in.)
Sidewall Support Aluminum L-brackets
End Walls Self-rising
Tire Track Guards Yellow, included
Chemical Resistance Petroleum, oils, fuels, solvents
Shipping Free to lower 48 states
Lead Time Approximately 4 weeks

Compare Spill Containment Berm Types

Choose the right containment berm for your application, setup speed, and vehicle access needs

Vehicle-Access Containment — Drive-Over & Drive-Through

Vehicle-Access Containment Berm Comparison
Feature Drive-In/Out Ultimate Drive-ThroughThis Product Drive-Over Barrier Flexible Wall Rapid Rise (Self-Rising) Throw N’ Go
How Vehicles Enter Walls collapse under vehicle, spring back up Two opposing walls fold flat for entry/exit, spring back up Low-profile rubber strips — vehicles drive over Foam walls flex & compress, spring back to shape Walls fold flat for entry, auto-rise when released Sidewalls fold down; vehicles drive in, walls pop back up
Type Complete portable berm with collapsible walls Complete portable berm — straight-through vehicle flow Modular barrier strips (permanent install) Complete portable berm with flex walls Complete portable berm with auto-rising walls Complete portable berm — fastest deploy
Portable? ✓ Folds for transport ✓ Folds for transport ✗ Adhered to floor — permanent ✓ Folds for transport ✓ Folds flat for transport ✓ Throw from bag — instant deploy
Heavy Vehicle Rated? ✓ Trucks, forklifts, heavy equipment ✓ Trucks, forklifts, heavy equipment ✓ Trucks, forklifts ✓ Walls recover from vehicle traffic ✓ Walls fold flat under vehicle weight ✓ 12 in. walls fold under vehicle weight
Integrated Floor? ✓ Yes — complete containment ✓ Yes — complete containment ✗ No — uses existing floor (requires liner) ✓ Yes — complete containment ✓ Yes — complete containment ✓ Yes — complete containment
Setup Speed Unfold & position (5–10 min) Unfold & position (5–10 min) Permanent — adhere once Unfold (< 5 min) ✓ Automatic — walls self-rise ✓ Under 60 seconds — throw & go
Wall Height 12 in. 12 in. Low-profile (1–2 in.) 12 in. 4 in. (rises higher with liquid) 12 in.
Best For Field decon, equipment staging, wash pads Decon pads, wash stations, straight-line traffic flow Shop floors, bay doors, loading docks Rough terrain, outdoor high-traffic sites Hands-free deploy, rainfall areas, remote sites Emergency response, mobile ops, rapid deploy
Price Range $5,757 – $6,675 $555 – $7,999 $75 – $271 per component $7,260 – $10,500 $699 – $9,299 $7,260 – $10,224
Shop View Drive-In/Out → ✓ You're viewing this View Drive-Over → View Flexible Wall → View Rapid Rise → View Throw N’ Go →

Regulatory Compliance & Standards

This product supports compliance with the following regulations:

Helps Meet EPA Supports Environmental Protection Agency spill response requirements
OSHA Standards Supports workplace safety requirements under 29 CFR 1910
SPCC Plan Support Supports Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure requirements (40 CFR 112)

Expert Insights

The 12x50 Drive Through is designed for full-length tanker truck containment during loading, unloading, and fueling operations. With 5,249 gallons of capacity, it contains the cargo volume of most standard fuel delivery trucks in a worst-case scenario. The 50-foot length provides enough room for tractor-trailer combinations without repositioning the berm. Self-rising end walls maintain containment automatically between vehicle passes. The tire track guards are critical for this size — at the traffic volumes that justify a 12x50, unprotected berm floors will degrade rapidly. For even wider vehicle clearance, consider the 15x50 model which adds 3 feet of width while increasing capacity to 7,045 gallons. Both the 12x50 and 15x50 are crew-deployed berms requiring two or more people and potentially mechanical assist.
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Spill Containment Berm, Drive Through, 12ft x 50ft x 1ft | Industrial Spill Containment

Wholesale & B2B Information

Spill Containment Berm, Drive Through, 12ft x 50ft x 1ft is used by municipalities, DOTs, construction firms for industrial cleanup and maintenance. Supports OSHA and EPA SPCC spill containment compliance requirements. Volume pricing available. Free shipping to the lower 48 states.

Frequently Asked Questions

Spill Containment Berm, Drive Through, 12ft x 50ft x 1ft

Can a tractor-trailer fit in this berm?

Yes. The 50-foot length accommodates most tractor-trailer combinations. The 12-foot width handles standard truck widths with clearance.

How many people are needed to deploy this berm?

At 290 lbs, plan for a two-person minimum crew. Mechanical assist is recommended for initial placement on the deployment surface.

What is the difference between the Drive Through 12x50 and Flex Wall 12x50?

Both provide 5,249-gallon capacity. The Drive Through and Flex Wall lines use different wall technologies but both include L-brackets and tire track guards at this size.

Is this berm suitable for permanent installation?

Yes. The Copolymer 2000 material is UV-resistant and designed for long-term outdoor deployment. Inspect quarterly for wear.

How do drive-through berms handle vehicle traffic?

Drive-through berms feature track guard ramp walls on the entry and exit sides. Vehicles drive up and over the ramped walls to enter and exit. The interior is a flat containment area. The ramp walls are reinforced to withstand repeated vehicle traffic from trucks and forklifts.

What sizes are available for drive-through berms?

Drive-through berms range from 4x6 ft. (compact single-vehicle pad) up to 15x50 ft. (large multi-vehicle staging area). All have 1 ft. walls. Choose the size that fits your equipment footprint plus clearance for safe vehicle maneuvering.

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Cross-Reference Guide

This product is compatible with applications that use the following part numbers:

  • ENPAC 48-12501-BK-SF
  • ENPAC 48-12501-BK-SU
  • Eagle T8438
  • AIRE 911125012