Below ground fuel dispenser system and method for making said fuel dispensing system

A fuel dispensing system is disclosed that includes an above-ground interface (20) and a below-ground dispenser (22). The interface may provide for selecting fuel types and grades and performing conventional fuel purchase transactions. The below-ground dispenser (22) includes control circuitry, one or more pumps and metering components that supply fuel as desired to the above-ground interface (20). The above-ground equipment is coupled to the below-ground equipment via one or more break-away assemblies (36). In the event the above-ground equipment is impacted or torn from the base, the break-away assemblies (36) interrupt the flow of fuel and power. The installation may be serviced by repair and/or replacement of the above-ground interface without adversely affecting the underground dispenser system.