Overview
Marcello Distributors Inc - Donaldsonville Bulk Plant is an operational fuel terminal located at 1111 E Bayou Rd in Donaldsonville, Louisiana. It serves the local fuel distribution network in Ascension Parish.
Marcello Distributors Inc - Donaldsonville Bulk Plant is a fuel terminal situated in Donaldsonville, Louisiana, along the Mississippi River corridor. As a bulk plant, it handles the storage and distribution of petroleum products, supporting regional fuel supply chains. The facility is classified under NAICS 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. Operating under U.S. EPA regulations, the facility must comply with Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In Louisiana, the state's Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) enforces additional permitting and inspection protocols. The terminal plays a key role in the local fuel infrastructure, serving commercial and industrial customers in the Baton Rouge area. Its location near the Mississippi River provides logistical advantages for barge and pipeline transfers, though it also requires careful management of flood risks and potential impacts on nearby waterways.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with a high water table and proximity to the Mississippi River, increasing the risk of groundwater contamination from spills. Secondary containment systems and regular inspections are critical to prevent releases. The surrounding area includes agricultural and residential zones, making vapor control and leak detection important for community safety.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1111 E Bayou Rd, Donaldsonville, Louisiana 70346, in Ascension Parish.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products, serving as a bulk plant for local and regional fuel supply.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA UST and SPCC regulations, as well as Louisiana state environmental requirements for spill prevention and leak detection.
Key risks include spills, leaks from storage tanks, and vapor emissions. Proper secondary containment and monitoring are essential to protect soil and groundwater.
Proximity to the river provides logistical benefits for fuel transport but also requires robust flood protection and spill containment to prevent waterway contamination.
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