Scott Petroleum Corporation - McGehee Fuel Terminal, Arkansas

Scott Petroleum Corporation - McGehee is a fuel terminal situated at 2907 US Highway 65 in McGehee, Desha County, Arkansas. This operational facility serves as a key distribution point for petroleum products in the region, supporting local and regional fuel supply chains. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. As a fuel terminal, it typically handles bulk storage and transfer of gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products, with secondary containment and leak detection systems to mitigate environmental risks. Located in the Mississippi Delta region, the facility plays a role in supplying fuel to agricultural, industrial, and residential consumers in southeastern Arkansas. Its proximity to major transportation routes like US Highway 65 facilitates efficient distribution. The terminal's operations are subject to regular inspections and compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.

The facility is situated in the Mississippi River Valley, an area with a high water table and proximity to sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Fuel terminals in this region must implement robust secondary containment and spill response plans to protect groundwater and surface water resources. The local climate, with seasonal flooding risks, necessitates additional safeguards against potential releases.