Dowling Fuel Oil Co - Fuel Terminal in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey

Dowling Fuel Oil Co is a fuel terminal located at 100 Industrial Avenue in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, within the densely populated Bergen County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 454310, which covers fuel dealers. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, receiving, storing, and distributing petroleum products to local markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's storage capacity and tank specifications are not publicly detailed, but typical fuel terminals in this region range from small to medium scale, serving local commercial and industrial customers. Located in a mixed industrial and residential area near the Hackensack River, the facility's environmental significance lies in its proximity to sensitive receptors. Spill prevention and vapor recovery systems are critical to protect local water resources and air quality. The terminal supports the energy needs of the surrounding community, contributing to the regional fuel infrastructure network.

The facility is situated in a densely developed area of Bergen County, near the Hackensack River and residential neighborhoods. Fuel terminals in such settings pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can impact local waterways and air quality. Secondary containment, leak detection, and vapor recovery systems are essential to mitigate these risks. The regulatory framework under the EPA's UST and SPCC rules mandates such protections to safeguard the environment and public health.