Fleming Oil Bulk Plant - Fuel Terminal in Hancock, Maryland

Fleming Oil Bulk Plant is a fuel terminal situated at 109 Rayloc Drive in Hancock, Maryland, within Washington County. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the regional fuel distribution network, handling the storage and transfer of petroleum products for commercial and industrial use. As a fuel terminal, the facility operates under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. The plant's storage capacity and tank specifications are not publicly available, but typical fuel terminals in this region range from small bulk plants to larger distribution hubs. The facility's location in Hancock, near the Potomac River and within the Chesapeake Bay watershed, underscores the importance of robust environmental safeguards. Its role in supplying fuel to local communities and businesses contributes to the region's energy infrastructure, supporting transportation, agriculture, and industry in western Maryland.

The facility is situated in a rural area near the Potomac River, which flows into the Chesapeake Bay. This proximity to sensitive water bodies heightens the need for spill prevention and secondary containment measures. The local geology and groundwater resources require careful management of potential leaks or releases from storage tanks. Regulatory compliance with EPA UST and SPCC standards is critical to protect the surrounding environment and public health.