ILLICO INDEPENDENT OIL CO. Fuel Terminal in Lincoln, Illinois

ILLICO INDEPENDENT OIL CO. is a fuel terminal located at 913 Chicago St., Lincoln, Illinois, in Logan County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving the local market with petroleum storage and distribution. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. The facility's NAICS code 424710 indicates it is a petroleum bulk station or terminal. As a fuel terminal in central Illinois, the facility supports the agricultural and transportation sectors of the region. Its location in Lincoln provides access to major transport routes, facilitating the efficient distribution of petroleum products to local businesses and consumers.

The facility is situated in an area with agricultural land use, where groundwater protection is critical. Spill prevention and secondary containment measures are essential to avoid contamination of soil and water resources. The proximity to sensitive receptors such as farms and residential areas underscores the need for robust environmental management practices.