Buckeye Partners Liquid Petroleum Products Terminal, Groton, Connecticut - Fuel Terminal

Buckeye Partners Liquid Petroleum Products Terminal is located at 443 Eastern Point Rd., Groton, Connecticut, in New London County. This operational fuel terminal is part of the Buckeye Partners network, a major player in the US fuel infrastructure sector. The terminal plays a critical role in the storage and distribution of liquid petroleum products in the northeastern United States. The facility operates under US EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. Its NAICS codes (424710 and 493190) indicate involvement in petroleum bulk stations and terminals as well as general warehousing and storage. Typical fuel terminals of this scale feature multiple storage tanks, truck loading racks, and vapor recovery systems to manage emissions and prevent spills. As a fuel terminal in Groton, it supports the local and regional economy by providing a reliable supply of petroleum products for transportation, heating, and industrial use. Its coastal location near Long Island Sound necessitates robust environmental safeguards to protect sensitive marine and estuarine ecosystems from potential spills or leaks.

The terminal is situated near the coast of Long Island Sound, an ecologically sensitive estuary. Proximity to water bodies increases the risk of fuel spills impacting marine life and habitats. Secondary containment systems, such as dikes and liners, are critical for preventing leaks from storage tanks. Vapor recovery units help control volatile organic compound emissions, reducing air quality impacts. Regular inspections and compliance with SPCC regulations are essential to mitigate environmental risks.