National Gypsum Company - Fort Dodge Fuel Terminal, Fort Dodge, Iowa

National Gypsum Company - Fort Dodge is a fuel terminal situated at 1584 S. 22nd Street in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The facility operates within the United States fuel infrastructure network, supporting the distribution of petroleum products to local and regional markets. As a fuel terminal, it plays a critical role in the supply chain, connecting refineries and storage facilities to end-users. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which mandates compliance with Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations ensure proper containment, monitoring, and spill response to minimize environmental risks. The terminal's NAICS codes (327420 and 424710) indicate involvement in gypsum product manufacturing and petroleum bulk stations and terminals, respectively. Environmental significance includes the potential for fuel spills or vapor releases, which are managed through secondary containment systems and regular inspections. The facility's location in Fort Dodge, a city in north-central Iowa, places it within an area of agricultural and industrial activity, where groundwater protection is a priority. Compliance with SPCC and UST regulations helps mitigate risks to nearby water resources and communities.

The facility is situated in Fort Dodge, Iowa, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses. The local environment includes the Des Moines River and associated groundwater resources, which are sensitive to potential fuel spills or leaks. Secondary containment and spill prevention measures are critical to protect these receptors. The terminal's operations are subject to EPA UST and SPCC regulations, which require leak detection, corrosion protection, and spill response planning.