HECO Barbers Point Tank Farm - Fuel Terminal in Kapolei, Hawaii

HECO Barbers Point Tank Farm is a fuel terminal located at 91-196 Hanua Street in Kapolei, Hawaii, United States. The facility is operated by the Hawaiian Electric Company and serves as a critical component of the state's energy infrastructure, storing and distributing petroleum products to support electricity generation and other needs. The terminal operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. As a fuel terminal in Hawaii, it is subject to state-specific environmental oversight and must comply with federal standards for secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response to protect the surrounding environment. This facility plays a vital role in ensuring a reliable fuel supply for Oahu's power grid and local industries. Its location near the coast requires robust environmental safeguards to prevent spills that could impact marine ecosystems. The terminal's operational status underscores its importance in maintaining energy security for the region.

The facility is situated in Kapolei, a coastal area on Oahu, Hawaii. Proximity to the Pacific Ocean and sensitive marine habitats necessitates stringent spill prevention and secondary containment measures. The terminal's operations involve handling petroleum products, which pose risks of vapor emissions and potential leaks. Compliance with SPCC and UST regulations is critical to mitigate environmental impact on local water resources and ecosystems.