J & J Waste Oil Inc Fuel Terminal - St. James, Minnesota

J & J Waste Oil Inc is a fuel terminal located at 903 5th Ave N, St. James, Minnesota, in Watonwan County. The facility is operational and serves the local region with fuel storage and distribution services. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the supply chain for petroleum products in southern Minnesota. The facility operates under US EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. The NAICS codes 42471 (petroleum bulk stations) and 324191 (petroleum lubricating oil and grease manufacturing) indicate a focus on both storage and processing of petroleum products. Typical fuel terminals in Minnesota range from small to medium capacity, often serving agricultural and industrial customers. Environmental management at the site includes secondary containment systems and leak detection to prevent soil and groundwater contamination. The facility's location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but nearby waterways and agricultural land require careful spill prevention measures. Regular inspections and compliance with state and federal regulations help mitigate operational risks.

The facility is situated in a rural area of southern Minnesota, where the primary environmental concerns include potential spills or leaks affecting groundwater and nearby surface waters. The region's agricultural character means that soil and water quality are critical for local farming. Secondary containment and regular monitoring are essential to prevent petroleum releases that could impact sensitive receptors such as wells and streams.