Overview
APEX OIL COMPANY ASPHALT - WILMINGTON TERMINAL is a fuel terminal in Wilmington, North Carolina, handling asphalt and petroleum products. It operates under US EPA UST and SPCC regulations.
APEX OIL COMPANY ASPHALT - WILMINGTON TERMINAL is a fuel terminal located at 3314 River Road in Wilmington, North Carolina. The facility is operational and serves as a key hub for asphalt and petroleum product storage and distribution in the region. Its location along the Cape Fear River provides access to barge and pipeline transport, supporting the local industrial and construction sectors. The terminal operates under US EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans. Given the handling of asphalt and petroleum, secondary containment and vapor recovery systems are critical for compliance. The facility's NAICS codes (424710, 493110, 493190) indicate petroleum bulk stations and terminals, with warehousing and storage activities. As a fuel terminal in the southeastern United States, this facility plays a vital role in supplying asphalt and petroleum products to North Carolina's infrastructure and transportation projects. Its proximity to the Cape Fear River and Wilmington's port enhances its logistical importance, while environmental safeguards mitigate spill risks to nearby waterways.
Environmental context
The terminal is situated near the Cape Fear River, a major waterway in southeastern North Carolina. Spill and vapor risks are managed through secondary containment systems and vapor recovery units, as required by SPCC and UST regulations. The facility's location in an industrial area reduces direct impact on sensitive receptors, but groundwater monitoring and leak detection are essential to protect local aquifers.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at 3314 River Road, Wilmington, North Carolina 28412, United States.
The terminal handles asphalt and petroleum products, serving as a storage and distribution hub for the region.
Fuel terminals in North Carolina must comply with US EPA UST regulations for underground storage tanks and SPCC plans for spill prevention. State-level requirements may also apply.
The terminal uses secondary containment, vapor recovery systems, and leak detection to mitigate spill and vapor risks, in line with SPCC and UST regulations.
The Cape Fear River location provides access to barge transport and proximity to the Port of Wilmington, enhancing the terminal's logistical efficiency for distributing petroleum products.
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