Grainland Cooperative - Amherst Fuel: Fuel Terminal in Amherst, Colorado

Grainland Cooperative - Amherst Fuel is a fuel terminal located at 495 Main Avenue in Amherst, Phillips County, Colorado. It operates as part of the Grainland Cooperative network, providing fuel storage and distribution services to the surrounding agricultural region. The facility is situated in a rural area of northeastern Colorado, where farming and ranching are primary economic activities. As a fuel terminal, this facility handles the storage and transfer of petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and other fuels. It operates under U.S. EPA regulations including the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule for oil storage and the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program for any underground tanks. The facility's NAICS code (424510) indicates it is a petroleum bulk station and terminal, typically involving aboveground storage tanks with capacities ranging from small to medium scale. The terminal plays a key role in supplying fuel to local farms, businesses, and residents in Amherst and the surrounding Phillips County area. Its operational status ensures a reliable fuel supply for agricultural equipment, vehicles, and heating needs. The facility's location along Main Avenue provides convenient access for distribution to the community.

The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of northeastern Colorado, where the primary environmental concerns related to fuel terminals include potential spills or leaks from storage tanks and transfer operations. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation make proper containment and spill prevention critical. The facility likely employs secondary containment measures such as dikes or berms around tanks to mitigate environmental risks.