BRAUN OIL INC. Fuel Terminal in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota

BRAUN OIL INC. is a fuel terminal located at 27777 County Road 27 West in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, within Brown County. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, handling storage and distribution of petroleum products. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, specifically the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to minimize environmental risks. In Minnesota, the state's Petroleum Tank Release Cleanup Program further ensures compliance and remediation. This fuel terminal supports the local economy by providing fuel storage and distribution services to the Sleepy Eye area and surrounding regions. Its location in a rural agricultural county means it serves as a critical infrastructure node for farming and transportation fuel needs. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The facility is situated in an agricultural region of southern Minnesota, where groundwater protection is a key concern due to the prevalence of private wells and sensitive ecosystems. Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can contaminate soil and groundwater. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are essential to mitigate these risks. The area's flat terrain and seasonal flooding potential require robust spill prevention measures.