Ridgell Oil Company Fuel Terminal in Mechanicsville, Maryland

Ridgell Oil Company is a fuel terminal located at 26460 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville, Maryland, within St. Mary's County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local fuel supply chain, serving the region's transportation and industrial needs. The terminal operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. As a fuel terminal in Maryland, it is subject to state and federal oversight to ensure safe handling and storage of petroleum products. This facility contributes to the energy infrastructure of southern Maryland, supporting local businesses and communities. Its location along Three Notch Road provides access to major transport routes, facilitating efficient fuel distribution.

The facility is situated in a rural area of St. Mary's County, near the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay watershed. Fuel terminals in this region must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment and leak detection systems. Proximity to sensitive water bodies necessitates robust environmental safeguards to protect local ecosystems.