EEL RIVER LOWER LAKE CARDLOCK - Fuel Terminal in Lower Lake, California

EEL RIVER LOWER LAKE CARDLOCK is a fuel terminal situated at 10455 Highway 29 in Lower Lake, California, within Lake County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. As a cardlock facility, it provides automated fuel dispensing for commercial and fleet customers. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In California, additional state-level rules from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and local water boards apply. This facility plays a key role in the fuel supply chain for the Lower Lake area, supporting agricultural, commercial, and transportation sectors. Its location near Clear Lake, a major recreational water body, underscores the importance of robust spill prevention measures to protect sensitive aquatic ecosystems.

The facility is situated near Clear Lake, one of California's largest natural freshwater lakes, which supports diverse wildlife and recreational activities. The region's Mediterranean climate with dry summers increases the risk of wildfires, making fuel storage safety critical. Proximity to the lake requires stringent secondary containment and spill response protocols to prevent fuel leaks from impacting water quality. Local groundwater resources also necessitate careful monitoring under the Safe Drinking Water Act.