LAKES GAS CO - 29-1 Fuel Terminal, Waterville, Minnesota

LAKES GAS CO - 29-1 is a fuel terminal situated at 701 Reed St S, Waterville, Minnesota, in Le Sueur County. As part of the United States fuel infrastructure, it plays a role in the regional supply chain for petroleum products. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals), 454310 (Fuel Dealers), 454312 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Bottled Gas Dealers), and 457210 (Fuel Dealers). The facility operates under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, including those for underground storage tanks (UST) and spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In Minnesota, state-specific rules may further govern tank integrity and groundwater monitoring. As a fuel terminal, LAKES GAS CO - 29-1 contributes to the local energy supply, serving Waterville and surrounding areas. Its location in a rural county underscores its role in providing fuel access to agricultural and residential communities. The facility's operational status ensures continued availability of petroleum products for transportation and heating needs.

The facility is situated in Waterville, Minnesota, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land use. Proximity to surface water bodies and groundwater resources necessitates careful management of spill risks. The U.S. EPA's SPCC and UST regulations require secondary containment and leak detection to prevent petroleum releases. The local climate, with cold winters, may influence tank maintenance and vapor recovery practices.