M.F. Barcellos, Inc. Fuel Terminal in Yerington, Nevada | Operational Facility

M.F. Barcellos, Inc. is a fuel terminal located at 18 Bulk Plant Road in Yerington, Lyon County, Nevada. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 447110 (Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores), indicating its role in both wholesale and retail fuel distribution. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. As a fuel terminal in Nevada, it is subject to state-level oversight by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection. Typical fuel terminals in this region handle gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products with storage capacities ranging from small bulk plants to larger regional terminals. This facility serves the Yerington area and surrounding communities in Lyon County, providing essential fuel infrastructure for local transportation and agricultural needs. Its location in a rural area of western Nevada places it within a region characterized by arid climate and proximity to the Walker River, which influences environmental management practices for spill prevention and groundwater protection.

The facility is situated in an arid region of western Nevada near the Walker River, a sensitive water resource. Fuel terminals in this area must implement robust secondary containment and spill prevention measures to protect groundwater and surface water from potential petroleum releases. The dry climate reduces but does not eliminate the risk of vapor emissions, requiring vapor recovery systems and regular monitoring. Proximity to agricultural land and residential areas in Yerington necessitates careful management of fire and explosion hazards under OSHA and local fire codes.