RAY-CARROLL FUELS, LLC - POLO Fuel Terminal in Polo, Missouri

RAY-CARROLL FUELS, LLC - POLO is a fuel terminal located on Highway 13 South in Polo, Caldwell County, Missouri. As part of the United States fuel infrastructure, it plays a role in the regional distribution of petroleum products. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's storage capacity and tank specifications are not publicly detailed, but typical fuel terminals in this region range from small to medium scale. This fuel terminal supports the local economy by providing fuel storage and distribution services to the surrounding area. Its location in rural Missouri reduces proximity to dense urban populations, but groundwater protection and spill prevention remain key operational priorities. The facility's compliance with federal regulations ensures safe handling of petroleum products.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Caldwell County, Missouri, where groundwater resources may be sensitive to contamination from fuel spills. The US EPA's UST and SPCC regulations mandate secondary containment and leak detection to protect local aquifers. The terminal's proximity to agricultural land and water bodies requires careful management of vapor emissions and stormwater runoff to minimize ecological impact.