Gandy Staley Oil Company (Bulk) Fuel Terminal, Willows, California

Gandy Staley Oil Company (Bulk) is a fuel terminal situated at 630 Eureka Street in Willows, California, within Glenn County. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, handling storage and distribution of petroleum products. The facility is currently operational and classified under NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 457110 (Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores). 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) rule. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. In California, additional state-level requirements from the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) and local air quality management districts further govern fuel terminal operations. As a fuel terminal in a rural agricultural region, the facility supports local transportation and farming activities. Its location in Willows, near the Sacramento River and sensitive agricultural areas, underscores the importance of robust spill prevention measures. The facility's role in the community is to ensure a reliable supply of fuel for vehicles, farm equipment, and other local needs.

The facility is located in Willows, California, an agricultural area with proximity to the Sacramento River and groundwater resources. Fuel terminals pose spill and vapor risks, requiring secondary containment and leak detection systems. The region's Mediterranean climate with dry summers increases fire risk, making vapor recovery and fire suppression systems critical. Nearby sensitive receptors include farmland and residential areas, necessitating strict adherence to SPCC and UST regulations.