Buckeye Terminals, LLC - Des Moines Fuel Terminal | Iowa Petroleum Infrastructure

Buckeye Terminals, LLC - Des Moines is a fuel terminal located in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. It serves as a key hub for the storage and distribution of petroleum products in the region. The facility is situated at 1501 NW 86th St, within Polk County, and is currently operational. The terminal operates under the NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. In the United States, such facilities are subject to federal regulations including the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. As a fuel terminal, this facility plays a critical role in the local fuel supply chain, serving the Des Moines metropolitan area and surrounding regions. Its location near transportation infrastructure supports efficient distribution to retail stations and industrial users. The terminal's operations contribute to energy security and economic activity in central Iowa.

The facility is located in an urban-industrial area of Des Moines, near the Raccoon River. Fuel terminals pose spill and vapor risks, requiring robust secondary containment and monitoring systems. Proximity to waterways necessitates compliance with SPCC regulations to prevent releases.