FRESHWATER CITY Fuel Terminal - Kaplan, Louisiana, United States

FRESHWATER CITY is a fuel terminal situated in Kaplan, Louisiana, within Vermilion Parish. As a fuel terminal, it serves as a critical node in the regional fuel supply chain, handling the storage and distribution of petroleum products. The facility is located near the Gulf Coast, an area with a high concentration of fuel infrastructure due to its proximity to refining and production hubs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces 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 code 424710 indicates it is involved in petroleum bulk stations and terminals, typically handling large volumes of fuel. Fuel terminals like FRESHWATER CITY play a vital role in ensuring a steady supply of fuel to downstream markets, including retail stations, industrial users, and agricultural operations in the region. The facility's location in Louisiana, a state with extensive energy infrastructure, underscores its importance in supporting local economic activities and transportation networks.

The facility is situated in a region with a humid subtropical climate, which can increase the risk of corrosion and vapor release from storage tanks. Proximity to the Gulf Coast means the area is vulnerable to hurricanes and flooding, posing potential risks to containment systems. The surrounding environment includes agricultural lands and waterways, making spill prevention and secondary containment critical to protect local ecosystems.