Overview
PETROLEUM WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY is a fuel terminal located in Houma, Louisiana, United States. It operates as part of the regional fuel infrastructure, supporting local distribution and storage.
PETROLEUM WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY is a fuel terminal situated at 3510 Industrial Avenue A in Houma, Louisiana, within Terrebonne County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the fuel supply chain for the region, handling petroleum-related wastewater treatment as part of its terminal operations. Fuel terminals in the United States, particularly those handling petroleum, are subject to federal and state regulations including the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements. Facilities in Louisiana also comply with state environmental quality regulations. The terminal's specific technical specifications are not detailed, but typical fuel terminals include storage tanks, loading racks, and wastewater treatment systems to manage runoff and process water. This facility contributes to the local fuel infrastructure in Houma, a city in the Gulf Coast region with a strong industrial and energy sector. Its operations support downstream activities such as distribution to retail stations and industrial users. The environmental context includes proximity to the Mississippi River Delta and sensitive coastal ecosystems, necessitating robust spill prevention and secondary containment measures.
Environmental context
Located in the Gulf Coast region, the facility operates in an area with sensitive coastal ecosystems, including wetlands and estuaries. The risk of spills or vapor releases is managed through secondary containment systems and adherence to SPCC regulations. Proximity to water bodies requires careful monitoring to prevent contamination of local waterways.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 3510 Industrial Avenue A, Houma, Louisiana 70364, United States.
It is a fuel terminal that includes petroleum wastewater treatment capabilities, serving the local fuel distribution network.
Fuel terminals in Louisiana must comply with US EPA regulations such as SPCC for spill prevention and UST requirements for underground storage tanks, as well as state environmental rules.
Fuel terminals store and distribute petroleum products to retail stations, industrial users, and other end-users, often including treatment facilities for wastewater generated during operations.
The facility likely employs secondary containment, leak detection, and regular inspections to mitigate spill and vapor risks, in line with SPCC and other regulatory frameworks.
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