Overview
The AIR NATL GUARD 187 FW MONTGOMERY REGIONAL AIRPORT fuel terminal in Montgomery, Alabama, supports military aviation operations. It is an operational facility under US EPA UST and SPCC regulations.
The AIR NATL GUARD 187 FW MONTGOMERY REGIONAL AIRPORT fuel terminal is located at 5187 Selma Highway in Montgomery, Alabama. This facility serves as a fuel terminal for the Alabama Air National Guard's 187th Fighter Wing, providing jet fuel storage and dispensing for military aircraft operations at Montgomery Regional Airport. As a fuel terminal operating in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations including the EPA's Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. The NAICS code 424720 indicates petroleum bulk stations and terminals. Typical infrastructure includes aboveground and underground storage tanks with secondary containment, leak detection systems, and regular inspection protocols to prevent spills and vapor releases. This facility plays a critical role in supporting national defense operations by ensuring a reliable fuel supply for military aircraft. Its location at a regional airport also contributes to local emergency response capabilities and community resilience. The operational status underscores its ongoing importance to both military readiness and the regional aviation infrastructure.
Environmental context
Located in Montgomery, Alabama, the facility operates in a region with a humid subtropical climate, which can increase corrosion risks for storage tanks and piping. Proximity to the Alabama River and sensitive ecosystems necessitates robust secondary containment and spill prevention measures. The facility's fuel terminal operations involve handling jet fuel, requiring vapor recovery systems and groundwater monitoring to mitigate environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 5187 Selma Highway, Montgomery, Alabama 36108-4824, within Montgomery Regional Airport.
As a military aviation fuel terminal, it primarily handles jet fuel (Jet A or JP-8) for the Alabama Air National Guard's 187th Fighter Wing.
The facility must comply with US EPA Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations for tank integrity and leak detection, as well as SPCC rules for spill prevention and secondary containment.
Typical measures include double-walled tanks, leak detection systems, spill containment berms, and regular inspections as required by SPCC and UST regulations.
The facility is currently operational, supporting ongoing military aviation activities at Montgomery Regional Airport.
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