DULAC Fuel Terminal, Dulac, Louisiana | United States Fuel Infrastructure

DULAC is a fuel terminal situated in Dulac, Louisiana, United States, a community in Terrebonne Parish along the Gulf Coast. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. As a fuel terminal, it plays a critical role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products, supporting local and regional energy needs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which mandates compliance with 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 mitigate environmental risks. Given its coastal location, the facility must also adhere to state-level Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) requirements for stormwater management and spill prevention. The Dulac fuel terminal is strategically located near the Gulf of Mexico, a major hub for oil and gas production and refining. Its operational status ensures continued support for local fuel supply chains, including transportation, fishing, and industrial sectors. The facility's proximity to sensitive coastal ecosystems underscores the importance of robust environmental safeguards to prevent spills and protect marshlands and waterways.

The Dulac fuel terminal is located in a coastal Louisiana region characterized by wetlands, bayous, and the Gulf of Mexico. These ecosystems are sensitive to petroleum spills, which can cause long-term damage to aquatic life and habitats. The facility must implement secondary containment systems and spill prevention measures under EPA SPCC rules. Regular inspections and leak detection are critical to minimize vapor emissions and groundwater contamination risks in this low-lying, flood-prone area.