LANSING ASPHALT TERMINAL CO (LATCO) - Fuel Terminal in Lansing, Michigan

LANSING ASPHALT TERMINAL CO (LATCO) is a fuel terminal located at 3900 South Creyts Road in Lansing, Eaton County, Michigan. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the storage and distribution of asphalt and related petroleum products in the region. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule and Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In Michigan, the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) enforces additional state-level storage tank rules. LATCO supports the local infrastructure by supplying asphalt and fuel products for construction and transportation. Its location near Lansing, the state capital, positions it to serve both urban and industrial demand. The terminal's compliance with federal and state regulations ensures safe handling of hazardous materials, contributing to the region's energy supply chain.

The facility is situated in an industrial area of Lansing, near the Grand River watershed. Potential environmental risks include spills or vapor releases from storage tanks, which could affect nearby soil and water resources. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are critical to prevent contamination. The site's proximity to transportation corridors also necessitates careful management of loading and unloading operations.