CENEX HARVEST STATES COOPERATIVES Fuel Terminal, Minot, North Dakota

CENEX HARVEST STATES COOPERATIVES is a fuel terminal located approximately 4 miles west of Minot, North Dakota, in Ward County. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving agricultural and industrial customers in the area. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. As a fuel terminal, it handles bulk storage and transfer of petroleum products, with typical infrastructure including storage tanks, loading racks, and secondary containment systems. This terminal supports the local economy by providing reliable fuel distribution to the surrounding agricultural region. Its location near Minot allows efficient access to major transportation routes, ensuring timely delivery of fuel to end users.

The facility is situated in a rural area west of Minot, North Dakota, where the primary environmental concerns include potential spills or leaks from storage tanks and transfer operations. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are essential to protect local soil and groundwater. The region's cold climate may pose additional challenges for infrastructure maintenance and spill response.