Effingham Clay Service Company / Salem Fuel Terminal, Salem, Illinois

Effingham Clay Service Company / Salem is a fuel terminal located at 901 South Broadway in Salem, Illinois, within Marion County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving agricultural and commercial customers in the area. As a fuel terminal, it handles the storage and distribution of petroleum products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US 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. The terminal's NAICS codes (424710 for petroleum bulk stations and terminals, 424910 for farm supplies) indicate its dual role in fuel distribution and agricultural supply. Fuel terminals like this one are critical infrastructure for local economies, ensuring a steady supply of fuel for transportation, agriculture, and industry. The facility's location in Salem, a small city in southern Illinois, positions it to serve both local consumers and the broader regional market. Its operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to energy security and economic activity in the area.

The facility is situated in a mixed urban and agricultural area of Salem, Illinois. Potential environmental risks include fuel spills or vapor releases, which could affect nearby soil and groundwater. The US EPA's UST and SPCC regulations require secondary containment and regular monitoring to prevent leaks.