Heartland Co-op Minburn Fuel Terminal in Minburn, Iowa

Heartland Co-op Minburn is a fuel terminal situated at 2263 187th Road in Minburn, Dallas County, Iowa. As a fuel terminal, it serves as a key distribution point for petroleum products in the region, supporting local agricultural and transportation needs. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In Iowa, the Department of Natural Resources oversees state-level compliance, ensuring that fuel terminals adhere to safety and environmental standards. As part of the Heartland Co-op network, this terminal plays a vital role in the local fuel supply chain, providing gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products to farms, businesses, and communities in central Iowa. Its location near major transportation routes facilitates efficient distribution, while its operational status ensures continued support for the region's energy needs.

The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of Dallas County, Iowa, where the primary environmental concerns include potential soil and groundwater contamination from petroleum spills or leaks. The proximity to farmland and water bodies necessitates robust secondary containment and leak detection systems. The US EPA's SPCC rule requires facilities to have spill prevention plans and countermeasures to protect nearby sensitive receptors, such as streams and aquifers.