SOCO GROUP BRAWLEY FUEL FACILITY - Fuel Terminal in Brawley, California

SOCO GROUP BRAWLEY FUEL FACILITY is a fuel terminal situated at 815 K St in Brawley, California, within Imperial County. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, handling the storage and distribution of petroleum products. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710 for petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. In California, additional state-level regulations from the California Environmental Protection Agency and local air quality districts apply, particularly for vapor recovery and emissions control. Located in the agricultural Imperial Valley, the facility supports local farming operations and transportation infrastructure. Its proximity to the Salton Sea and sensitive desert ecosystems necessitates careful environmental management. The terminal's role in distributing fuel to a rural area underscores its importance to the local economy and community resilience.

The facility is situated in the Imperial Valley, a region with high agricultural activity and sensitive desert ecosystems. Proximity to the Salton Sea and groundwater resources raises concerns about potential spills or leaks. Regulatory compliance with SPCC and UST rules is critical to prevent soil and water contamination. Vapor recovery systems help reduce air emissions in this area with frequent temperature inversions.