LOOGOOTEE BRANCH Fuel Terminal, Loogootee, Indiana | US Fuel Infrastructure

LOOGOOTEE BRANCH is a fuel terminal situated at the intersection of US 50 E and US 231 in Loogootee, Martin County, Indiana. As a fuel terminal, it serves as a key distribution point for petroleum products in the region, supporting local and regional fuel supply chains. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill prevention plans to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's location in a rural area of Indiana suggests it likely serves agricultural and transportation fuel needs. Fuel terminals like LOOGOOTEE BRANCH play a critical role in the energy infrastructure by storing and distributing gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products. Their operational safety and environmental compliance are essential to preventing soil and groundwater contamination. The facility's proximity to local communities and ecosystems underscores the importance of robust containment and monitoring systems.

The facility is located in a rural area of Martin County, Indiana, near the East Fork of the White River. The surrounding environment includes agricultural land and small communities, making groundwater protection a priority. Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can affect soil and water quality. Compliance with SPCC and UST regulations helps mitigate these risks through secondary containment and leak detection.