Overview
Stephenson Oil Company, Inc. operates a fuel terminal in Newport, Arkansas, serving the local petroleum distribution network. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710 for petroleum bulk stations and terminals.
Stephenson Oil Company, Inc. is a fuel terminal located at 1021 Highway 67 North in Newport, Jackson County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, handling the storage and distribution of petroleum products. As a fuel terminal, the facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule for oil spill prevention and the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program for tank integrity and leak detection. The NAICS code 424710 indicates it is a petroleum bulk station or terminal, typically involving aboveground storage tanks with secondary containment and vapor recovery systems. The terminal supports the local economy by providing fuel to the Newport area and surrounding regions. Its location along Highway 67 facilitates transport logistics. Environmental safeguards such as spill containment and regular inspections help mitigate risks to nearby water resources and communities.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area near the White River, a sensitive water body. Fuel terminals pose spill and vapor risks, requiring robust secondary containment and leak detection. The site's proximity to agricultural land and residential areas necessitates adherence to SPCC and UST regulations to protect groundwater and surface water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at 1021 Highway 67 North, Newport, Arkansas 72112, in Jackson County.
Stephenson Oil Company operates a fuel terminal for the storage and distribution of petroleum products, serving the Newport area and surrounding regions.
The facility is classified under NAICS 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals.
Fuel terminals must comply with EPA's SPCC rule for spill prevention and UST regulations for tank integrity, as well as state and local fire codes.
Typical protections include secondary containment for tanks, leak detection systems, spill response plans, and regular inspections to prevent soil and water contamination.
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