BLENDSTAR BIRMINGHAM UNIT TRAIN FACILITY - Fuel Terminal in Birmingham, Alabama

BLENDSTAR BIRMINGHAM UNIT TRAIN FACILITY is a fuel terminal located at 1904 16TH ST N, Birmingham, Alabama, in Jefferson County. The facility is operational and serves as a critical node in the fuel supply chain for the southeastern United States. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. As a fuel terminal, it likely handles large volumes of petroleum products via unit trains, with storage capacity typical of major terminals. The NAICS codes (237990 and 493190) indicate activities related to pipeline transportation and bulk storage. This terminal plays a significant role in distributing fuel to local markets and downstream customers in Alabama and neighboring states. Its location near Birmingham supports industrial and commercial energy needs, contributing to regional economic activity and transportation infrastructure.

The facility is situated in an urban-industrial area of Birmingham, near residential zones and waterways. Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, requiring robust secondary containment and monitoring. Proximity to sensitive receptors such as communities and water bodies necessitates strict adherence to SPCC and UST regulations to prevent environmental contamination.