Buckeye Terminals, LLC - Ottumwa Fuel Terminal in Ottumwa, Iowa

Buckeye Terminals, LLC - Ottumwa is a fuel terminal situated in Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa. The facility is operational and plays a critical role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products within the region. As part of the Buckeye Terminals network, it supports the supply chain for fuels in the Midwest. The facility operates under U.S. regulations including EPA Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's NAICS codes (424710, 493110, 493190) indicate its involvement in petroleum bulk stations and terminals, general warehousing, and other warehousing and storage. This terminal contributes to the local economy by ensuring a steady fuel supply for transportation, agriculture, and industry in southeastern Iowa. Its location near major transport routes enhances distribution efficiency. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in regional energy infrastructure.

The facility is situated in a rural area near Ottumwa, with proximity to the Des Moines River and agricultural land. Spill risks are managed through secondary containment systems and SPCC plans. Vapor recovery systems may be in place to reduce emissions. The terminal's location away from densely populated areas lowers exposure risks, but groundwater protection remains a priority given the agricultural context.