Overview
Chevron USA Products - Eureka Bulk Terminal is an operational fuel terminal located in Eureka, California. It serves as a key distribution point for petroleum products in the Humboldt County region.
Chevron USA Products - Eureka Bulk Terminal #100193 is a fuel terminal located at 3400 Christie St, Eureka, California. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain for Humboldt County and surrounding areas. As a bulk terminal, it stores and distributes petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and other fuels. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations including the EPA's Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate risks associated with fuel storage and handling. The terminal's design and maintenance practices are aligned with industry standards for fuel terminals in California, which has some of the strictest environmental regulations in the country. The Eureka Bulk Terminal supports local fuel supply for transportation, heating, and industrial uses in the North Coast region. Its location near Humboldt Bay provides logistical advantages for receiving fuel via marine vessels or pipelines. The facility's operational status ensures continued fuel availability for the community, contributing to regional energy security and economic activity.
Environmental context
The terminal is situated in Eureka, a coastal city in Humboldt County, California. The local environment includes sensitive ecosystems such as Humboldt Bay and nearby rivers. Fuel terminals in this region must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment systems and vapor recovery technologies. Proximity to water bodies necessitates robust spill prevention measures to protect aquatic habitats. The facility's compliance with SPCC and UST regulations helps mitigate potential environmental impacts from fuel storage and transfer operations.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at 3400 Christie St, Eureka, California 95501, in Humboldt County.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products such as gasoline and diesel to the local market.
Fuel terminals in California must comply with EPA UST regulations, SPCC rules, and state-specific requirements for spill prevention and vapor control.
The facility uses secondary containment, leak detection systems, and spill response plans as required by SPCC and UST regulations.
Fuel terminals serve as intermediate storage and distribution hubs, receiving fuel from refineries or pipelines and supplying it to local retailers and end users.
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