Overview
EL CENTRO BULK PLANT is an operational fuel terminal located at 350 East Main Street in El Centro, California. It serves the Imperial County region with fuel storage and distribution.
EL CENTRO BULK PLANT is a fuel terminal located in El Centro, California, within Imperial County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local fuel supply chain, serving the broader region's transportation and industrial needs. As a fuel terminal in the United States, this facility operates under federal and state regulations including the EPA's Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. California has additional stringent environmental and safety standards for fuel handling and storage, including secondary containment and vapor recovery systems. The facility's location in the Imperial Valley places it in an agricultural and border region with significant transportation corridors. Its operational status ensures continued fuel availability for local communities and industries, supporting economic activity in the area.
Environmental context
The El Centro Bulk Plant is situated in the Imperial Valley, a region with a hot, arid climate and intensive agriculture. Fuel terminals in such areas must manage spill and vapor risks carefully due to potential impacts on irrigation canals and groundwater. Secondary containment and leak detection systems are critical to prevent soil and water contamination. Proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border also adds cross-border environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
EL CENTRO BULK PLANT is located at 350 East Main Street, El Centro, California 92243, in Imperial County.
It is a fuel terminal, which stores and distributes petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and other fuels.
Fuel terminals in California must comply with EPA UST and SPCC regulations, as well as state-specific rules from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and local fire departments, covering vapor recovery, spill prevention, and secondary containment.
The facility is currently operational, actively serving the fuel storage and distribution needs of the region.
By providing reliable fuel storage and distribution, the terminal supports transportation, agriculture, and other industries in Imperial County and the surrounding area.
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