AMOCO BULK PLANT - Fuel Terminal in Fort Pierce, Florida

AMOCO BULK PLANT is a fuel terminal situated at 3401 Oleander Ave, Fort Pierce, Florida, in the United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 424710 for petroleum bulk stations and terminals. It plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving the Fort Pierce area and surrounding Leon County. As a fuel terminal, the facility handles the storage and transfer of petroleum products. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. The facility's location in a coastal area of Florida presents environmental considerations, such as proximity to sensitive ecosystems and groundwater resources. Proper management of vapor recovery and spill containment is essential to minimize impacts. The terminal supports local fuel distribution, contributing to the energy infrastructure of the region.

The facility is located in Fort Pierce, a coastal city in Florida with a humid subtropical climate. The area's high water table and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and estuaries increase the risk of groundwater contamination from fuel spills. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are critical to protect local water resources and ecosystems.