Overview
Kinder Morgan (SFPP) San Jose Terminal is an operational fuel terminal in San Jose, California, serving the local fuel infrastructure network.
Kinder Morgan (SFPP) San Jose Terminal is a fuel terminal located at 2150 Kruse Dr, San Jose, California, in Santa Clara County. It is part of the Kinder Morgan SFPP pipeline system, which transports refined petroleum products across the western United States. The terminal plays a key role in distributing fuel to the San Francisco Bay Area. As a fuel terminal, this facility handles the storage and transfer of gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products. It operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. The terminal's infrastructure includes tanks, loading racks, and pipeline connections typical of a medium-scale fuel distribution hub. The San Jose Terminal supports the regional fuel supply chain, serving local markets and downstream customers. Its location in a major metropolitan area underscores its importance for maintaining fuel availability in Northern California. The facility adheres to safety and environmental standards to manage risks associated with fuel handling.
Environmental context
The terminal is situated in an urban-industrial area of San Jose, near residential zones and sensitive receptors such as schools and waterways. Fuel terminals pose spill and vapor risks, requiring secondary containment and vapor recovery systems. Proximity to the Santa Clara Valley groundwater basin necessitates careful monitoring to prevent contamination. The facility operates under California's stringent air quality and water protection regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at 2150 Kruse Dr, San Jose, California 95131, in Santa Clara County.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes refined petroleum products such as gasoline and diesel, serving the San Francisco Bay Area.
The facility is operational and part of the Kinder Morgan SFPP pipeline system.
Fuel terminals must comply with EPA UST regulations for underground storage tanks and SPCC rules for spill prevention, as well as state and local environmental laws.
The terminal uses secondary containment, vapor recovery systems, and monitoring to prevent spills and vapor releases, in line with California's strict environmental standards.
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