Martin Operating Partnership LP - Fourchon #16 Terminal - Fuel Terminal in Golden Meadow, Louisiana

Martin Operating Partnership LP - Fourchon #16 Terminal is a fuel terminal situated in Golden Meadow, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the United States' extensive fuel infrastructure network, serving the Gulf Coast region. As an operational terminal, it plays a role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products. The terminal operates under the NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. In the United States, such facilities are subject to federal regulations including the EPA's 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. Located in a coastal area of Louisiana, the terminal is situated in a region with significant oil and gas activity. Its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and sensitive coastal ecosystems underscores the importance of robust safety and environmental management practices. The facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting industrial and commercial activities in the region.

The terminal is located in a coastal region of Louisiana, an area with extensive wetlands and aquatic ecosystems. Fuel terminals in such environments face heightened risks of spills and vapor releases, which could impact nearby water bodies and sensitive habitats. Regulatory compliance with SPCC and UST rules is critical to prevent contamination and ensure secondary containment measures are in place.