RED BUD OIL CO. Fuel Terminal - Red Bud, Illinois

RED BUD OIL CO. is a fuel terminal located at 503 N MAIN in Red Bud, Randolph County, Illinois. As a fuel terminal, it serves as a key node in the regional petroleum supply chain, receiving, storing, and distributing fuels to local markets. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the US Environmental Protection Agency, which enforces Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules to prevent leaks and spills. The facility's NAICS code 424710 indicates it is engaged in petroleum bulk stations and terminals. Typical fuel terminals in this region range from small to medium scale, often serving agricultural and rural communities. The regulatory framework requires secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. Located in a rural area of southwestern Illinois, the terminal supports local fuel demand for transportation, agriculture, and industry. Its proximity to the Mississippi River and sensitive ecosystems underscores the importance of robust spill prevention measures. The facility's operational status ensures continued fuel availability for the Red Bud community and surrounding areas.

The facility is situated in a rural area near the Mississippi River, where groundwater and surface water resources are sensitive to petroleum spills. US EPA UST regulations mandate leak detection and secondary containment to prevent soil and water contamination. The local agricultural land use increases the risk of off-site migration of contaminants if a release occurs.