Overview
FRUITA CONSUMERS COOP ASSOC - NUCLA is an operational fuel terminal in Nucla, Colorado. It serves the local fuel distribution network in Montrose County.
FRUITA CONSUMERS COOP ASSOC - NUCLA is a fuel terminal located at 995 Main Street/1650 Highway 6 and 50 in Nucla, Colorado. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain for Montrose County and surrounding areas. As a fuel terminal, the facility handles the storage and distribution of petroleum products. It operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. The facility's NAICS code 424710 indicates it is involved in petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The terminal supports local agricultural and community fuel needs in western Colorado. Its location along Highway 6 and 50 provides access to regional transportation routes for fuel distribution.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, near the Uncompahgre Plateau. Local environmental considerations include potential risks to groundwater from fuel spills or leaks, given the area's reliance on aquifers for water supply. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are typical for such terminals to mitigate spill and vapor risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 995 Main Street/1650 Highway 6 and 50 in Nucla, Colorado, in Montrose County.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products, classified under NAICS 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals).
Fuel terminals in Colorado must comply with U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules, as well as state environmental regulations.
The facility is currently operational.
Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can impact soil and groundwater. Secondary containment and leak detection systems are standard to mitigate these risks.
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