Risk: Medium Fuel Terminal Operational

Matheson Trucking Fuel Terminal in Commerce City, Colorado

COMMERCE CITY, Colorado, United States

Overview

Matheson Trucking is a fuel terminal located in Commerce City, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local fuel infrastructure network.

Matheson Trucking is a fuel terminal situated at 6875 E 54 Pl in Commerce City, Colorado, within Adams County. As part of the United States fuel infrastructure, this facility plays a role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products to support regional demand. The facility operates under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. Fuel terminals in Colorado typically handle a range of products such as gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuels, with storage capacities varying from small to medium scale. Located in an industrial area of Commerce City, the terminal is part of a broader network serving the Denver metropolitan area. Its operational status ensures continued support for local transportation and commercial activities. The facility's compliance with federal and state regulations helps maintain safety and environmental standards in the region.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an industrial zone near the South Platte River, which flows through the Denver area. Spill and vapor risks are managed through secondary containment systems and vapor recovery units typical of fuel terminals. Proximity to sensitive receptors such as residential areas and waterways necessitates rigorous adherence to SPCC and UST regulations to prevent soil and groundwater contamination.

Frequently asked questions

Matheson Trucking is located at 6875 E 54 Pl, Commerce City, Colorado 80022, United States.

Matheson Trucking is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products, serving the local fuel infrastructure in the Denver metropolitan area.

Fuel terminals in Colorado must comply with EPA Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules, which require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans.

Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can impact soil and groundwater. Proper containment and monitoring systems are essential to mitigate these risks.

Matheson Trucking is part of the extensive network of fuel terminals across the US that store and distribute petroleum products, ensuring supply for transportation, industry, and residential use.

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