Devon Oil & Energy Field Holstein Site - Fuel Terminal in Glastonbury, Connecticut

Devon Oil & Energy Field Holstein Site is a fuel terminal located at 1 Phelps St, Glastonbury, Connecticut, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional fuel distribution network. As a fuel terminal, it handles storage and transfer of petroleum products, supporting the energy needs of the surrounding area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to minimize environmental risks. The terminal's design and operations are subject to these standards to ensure safe handling of fuels. Fuel terminals like this one are critical infrastructure for maintaining a steady supply of petroleum products to commercial, industrial, and residential consumers. The facility's location in Glastonbury, within Hartford County, positions it to serve a densely populated region with significant transportation and heating fuel demand. Its operational status contributes to the reliability of the local fuel supply chain.

The facility is located in Glastonbury, Connecticut, near the Connecticut River. The area has a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial land uses. Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can impact soil and groundwater. The proximity to the river raises concerns about potential contamination of surface water. Regulatory requirements under EPA's SPCC and UST programs mandate secondary containment and spill prevention measures to mitigate these risks.