Overview
NASA Stennis Space Center Area 9 is an operational fuel terminal in Hancock County, Mississippi. It supports the space center's infrastructure with petroleum storage and distribution capabilities.
NASA Stennis Space Center Area 9 is a fuel terminal located in Hancock County, Mississippi, within the United States. The facility serves the NASA Stennis Space Center, providing fuel storage and distribution for aerospace operations. As a fuel terminal, it handles petroleum products and operates under federal and state regulations. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed, but typical fuel terminals in the U.S. are subject to EPA regulations including UST (Underground Storage Tank) requirements and SPCC (Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure) plans. These frameworks ensure proper containment, leak detection, and spill response. The terminal likely includes aboveground or underground storage tanks with secondary containment systems. As part of NASA's infrastructure, this terminal plays a critical role in supporting space exploration activities. Its location in a coastal area of Mississippi requires adherence to environmental safeguards to protect nearby water bodies and ecosystems. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a coastal region of Mississippi, near the Gulf of Mexico. This proximity to sensitive water bodies necessitates robust spill prevention and secondary containment measures. The area's humid subtropical climate can accelerate corrosion of tanks and piping, requiring regular maintenance and monitoring to prevent leaks.
Frequently asked questions
NASA Stennis Space Center Area 9 is located at Building 9110 in N S T L, Hancock County, Mississippi, United States.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products to support operations at the NASA Stennis Space Center.
Fuel terminals in the U.S. are regulated under EPA rules including UST (Underground Storage Tank) requirements and SPCC (Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure) plans, which mandate leak detection, secondary containment, and spill response.
Key risks include spills and vapor releases, which can contaminate soil and groundwater. Secondary containment systems and regular inspections are used to mitigate these risks.
The facility is listed as operational, indicating it is actively used for fuel storage and distribution.
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