Asphalt Terminals LLC - Phoenix Fuel Terminal in Phoenix, Arizona

Asphalt Terminals LLC - Phoenix is a fuel terminal situated at 1935 W McDowell Rd in Phoenix, Arizona, within Maricopa County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing) and 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals). As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the regional distribution of petroleum products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In Arizona, fuel terminals are also subject to state-level oversight by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ). Fuel terminals like this one are critical infrastructure for the Phoenix metropolitan area, supporting local transportation and industrial sectors. The facility's location in an industrial area near major transport routes enhances its logistical efficiency. Its operational status ensures continued supply of asphalt and petroleum products to downstream customers, contributing to the regional economy.

The facility is located in an industrial area of Phoenix, which reduces immediate proximity to sensitive ecological receptors. However, fuel terminals pose inherent risks of spills and vapor releases. The US EPA's SPCC rule requires secondary containment and spill prevention measures to protect nearby soil and groundwater. The arid climate of Arizona may limit groundwater recharge but also increases the persistence of hydrocarbon contaminants if a release occurs.