Paso Robles Jet Center - Fuel Terminal in Paso Robles, California

Paso Robles Jet Center is a fuel terminal located at 3115 Taxiway D in Paso Robles, California, within San Luis Obispo County. The facility is operational and serves the aviation industry, providing fuel storage and distribution for aircraft at the Paso Robles Municipal Airport. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in supporting regional air travel and general aviation operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's NAICS code 424710 indicates it is a petroleum bulk station or terminal, typically handling large volumes of fuel. Paso Robles Jet Center contributes to the local economy by supplying fuel to private and commercial aircraft. Its location in California subjects it to stringent state and federal environmental standards, including those from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and local air quality management districts. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the Paso Robles area.

The facility is situated in Paso Robles, a region with a Mediterranean climate and proximity to sensitive ecosystems such as the Salinas River and surrounding agricultural lands. Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor emissions, which can impact soil and groundwater. Regulatory compliance with SPCC and UST requirements is critical to prevent releases. The area's seismic activity adds additional risk for storage tanks, necessitating robust containment measures.