ExxonMobil Oil Corp.-Peoria Terminal: Fuel Terminal in North Pekin, Illinois

ExxonMobil Oil Corp.-Peoria Terminal is a fuel terminal located on Wesley Road in North Pekin, Tazewell County, Illinois. As part of ExxonMobil's extensive fuel infrastructure network, this facility plays a key role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products in central Illinois. The terminal is operational and classified under NAICS 424710 for petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the 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 design and operations are typical for medium-scale fuel terminals in the Midwest, focusing on safe handling and transfer of petroleum products. As a key node in the regional fuel supply chain, the Peoria Terminal supports local transportation, agriculture, and industrial sectors. Its location near the Illinois River provides logistical advantages for barge and truck transfers. The facility's environmental management practices are critical to protecting nearby water resources and communities from potential spills or vapor releases.

The terminal is situated in an industrial area near the Illinois River, a major waterway that supports regional ecology and commerce. Proximity to sensitive receptors such as the river and residential areas in North Pekin necessitates robust spill prevention and secondary containment measures. The facility's storage tanks and transfer operations are subject to US EPA regulations to minimize risks of soil and groundwater contamination from petroleum releases.