ROSARIO ASPHALT TEMINAL Fuel Terminal, Pena Blanca, New Mexico

ROSARIO ASPHALT TEMINAL is a fuel terminal situated at 967 NM 16 Road in Pena Blanca, New Mexico, within Sandoval County. The facility is operational and serves as a fuel storage and distribution hub in the region. As a fuel terminal, it plays a role in the local supply chain for petroleum products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which includes the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill prevention measures to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's location in New Mexico places it within a region with a mix of rural and industrial land uses. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its potential impact on nearby sensitive receptors, such as water bodies and communities. Proper containment and monitoring are essential to prevent spills and vapor releases. The terminal's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with federal and state regulations to ensure safe fuel handling.

The facility is located in Sandoval County, New Mexico, an area characterized by arid climate and proximity to the Rio Grande. Fuel terminals in such environments must implement robust secondary containment and spill prevention measures to protect groundwater and surface water resources. The risk of vapor emissions and soil contamination is managed through adherence to EPA UST and SPCC regulations, which require regular inspections and leak detection systems.