Overview
Buckeye Charlotte Terminal 1 is a fuel terminal located in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. It operates under US EPA regulations for underground storage tanks and spill prevention.
Buckeye Charlotte Terminal 1 is a fuel terminal situated at 7145 Old Mt Holly Road in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The facility is operational and serves as a key hub for fuel distribution in the region, supporting the local and regional energy infrastructure. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations ensure proper containment, monitoring, and spill response to mitigate environmental risks associated with fuel storage and handling. As part of the Buckeye network, this terminal plays a significant role in the fuel supply chain for the Charlotte metropolitan area. Its location near major transportation routes facilitates efficient distribution to downstream markets, contributing to the energy security and economic activity of the region.
Environmental context
The terminal is located in an industrial area of Charlotte, near the Catawba River watershed. Fuel terminals in this region must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment systems and leak detection. Proximity to sensitive receptors such as residential areas and water bodies necessitates rigorous compliance with SPCC and UST regulations to prevent environmental contamination.
Frequently asked questions
Buckeye Charlotte Terminal 1 is located at 7145 Old Mt Holly Road, Charlotte, North Carolina 28214-1782, United States.
It is a fuel terminal that handles the storage and distribution of petroleum products, serving the Charlotte metropolitan area.
Fuel terminals in the US must comply with EPA regulations including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules, which address spill prevention, containment, and response.
The NAICS code for this facility is 424710, which corresponds to Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals.
As a fuel terminal, it provides storage and distribution services that support the fuel supply chain for retail stations, commercial users, and industrial customers in the Charlotte region.
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