Risk: Medium Fuel Terminal Operational

Sun Valley Corp Fuel Terminal in Montrose, Colorado

MONTROSE, Colorado, United States

Overview

Sun Valley Corp is an operational fuel terminal in Montrose, Colorado, serving the local fuel distribution network. The facility handles petroleum storage and transfer under US EPA regulations.

Sun Valley Corp is a fuel terminal located at 1440 N. Townsend Avenue in Montrose, Colorado. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving the Montrose area and surrounding communities in Montrose County. As a fuel terminal, the facility stores and transfers petroleum products. It operates under US EPA regulations including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. The terminal likely includes aboveground or underground storage tanks with secondary containment systems to prevent spills and vapor releases. The facility's location in western Colorado places it in a semi-arid region with sensitive water resources. Proper containment and leak detection are critical to protect local groundwater and the nearby Uncompahgre River watershed. The terminal supports local transportation and agricultural fuel needs.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Montrose, Colorado, a semi-arid region with the Uncompahgre River nearby. Fuel terminals in this area must manage spill and vapor risks to protect groundwater and surface water. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are typical measures to prevent environmental contamination from petroleum storage and transfer operations.

Frequently asked questions

Sun Valley Corp is located at 1440 N. Townsend Avenue in Montrose, Colorado, USA.

Sun Valley Corp is a fuel terminal that stores and transfers petroleum products, serving the local fuel distribution network in Montrose, Colorado.

Fuel terminals in Colorado must comply with US EPA regulations including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules, as well as state environmental regulations.

Fuel terminals pose risks of spills, leaks, and vapor releases that can contaminate soil and water. Secondary containment, leak detection, and regular inspections are used to mitigate these risks.

Sun Valley Corp serves as a distribution hub for petroleum products in Montrose and the surrounding region, supporting local transportation, agriculture, and industry.

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