RM Packer Heating Fuel Terminal - Tisbury, Massachusetts Fuel Terminal

RM Packer Heating Fuel Terminal is a fuel terminal located at 188 Beach Road in Tisbury, Dukes County, Massachusetts, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local heating fuel market on Martha's Vineyard. 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, it handles petroleum products and is subject to state and federal safety standards for storage and handling. This facility plays a key role in supplying heating fuel to the island community, particularly during winter months. Its coastal location requires careful environmental management to protect nearby water bodies and sensitive ecosystems.

The terminal is situated on Martha's Vineyard, an island with sensitive coastal and marine environments. Proximity to water bodies increases the risk of spills impacting local ecosystems. Secondary containment systems and regular inspections are critical to prevent fuel releases. The facility must comply with Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection regulations for petroleum storage.