CHS INC DBA M&M COOP - STERLING Fuel Terminal in Sterling, Colorado

CHS INC DBA M&M COOP - STERLING is a fuel terminal located at 21443 County Road 34 in Sterling, Logan County, Colorado. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals), indicating its role in the wholesale distribution of petroleum products. As part of the CHS cooperative network, it supports the agricultural community in northeastern Colorado. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, specifically the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to minimize environmental risks. The facility's location in a rural area near agricultural land influences its operational focus on providing fuel for farming equipment and local transportation. This fuel terminal plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, ensuring reliable access to petroleum products for the Sterling community and surrounding areas. Its proximity to major highways facilitates distribution, while adherence to federal and state environmental standards helps protect the local environment, including groundwater resources in the South Platte River basin.

The facility is situated in an agricultural region of northeastern Colorado, where groundwater resources are vital for irrigation and drinking water. Fuel terminals in this area must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment and leak detection systems, as required by US EPA UST and SPCC regulations. The proximity to sensitive receptors such as farms and residential areas underscores the importance of robust environmental safeguards.