SOUTHEAST COOP SERVCIES COMPANY Fuel Terminal in Dexter, Missouri

SOUTHEAST COOP SERVCIES COMPANY is a fuel terminal located at 11500 ST HWY 25 S in Dexter, Stoddard County, Missouri. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424910 for fuel distribution. As a fuel terminal, it serves as a key hub for storing and distributing petroleum products to surrounding communities and agricultural operations in southeastern Missouri. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations for underground storage tanks (UST) and spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. Typical fuel terminals in this region handle diesel, gasoline, and other fuels, with storage capacities often ranging from small (under 50,000 barrels) to medium (50,000-500,000 barrels). The facility's compliance with federal and state environmental regulations ensures safe handling and containment of fuels. This terminal plays a vital role in the local fuel supply chain, supporting agricultural activities in Stoddard County and the broader Bootheel region. Its location along State Highway 25 provides efficient distribution access. The facility's operational status contributes to the energy infrastructure of southeastern Missouri, serving both commercial and residential fuel needs.

The facility is situated in a rural agricultural area of southeastern Missouri, where groundwater protection is critical due to the prevalence of private wells and sensitive ecosystems like the Mississippi River floodplain. Fuel terminals pose spill and vapor risks, requiring secondary containment systems and regular monitoring to prevent soil and groundwater contamination. The region's high water table and clay soils can influence containment effectiveness, making compliance with SPCC and UST regulations essential for environmental protection.