SUPERIOR FUELS INC. - ETHANOL TERMINAL, Oakland City, Indiana Fuel Terminal

SUPERIOR FUELS INC. - ETHANOL TERMINAL is a fuel terminal located at 2900 S County Road 950 E, Oakland City, Indiana, in Gibson County. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the regional fuel supply chain, focusing on ethanol, a renewable fuel. Its location in the Midwest positions it within a major agricultural and fuel distribution region. The terminal operates under U.S. regulations, including EPA UST requirements for underground storage tanks and SPCC rules for spill prevention. The NAICS codes 325193 (Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing) and 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) indicate its dual role in production and distribution. Typical ethanol terminals have storage capacities ranging from small (under 50,000 barrels) to large (over 500,000 barrels), with this facility likely in the medium-to-large scale given its regional importance. Ethanol terminals play a critical role in blending ethanol with gasoline to meet renewable fuel standards. This facility supports local and regional fuel supply, contributing to energy diversification and reduced emissions. Its operational status ensures continued service to the agricultural and transportation sectors in Indiana and surrounding states.

The terminal is situated in a rural area of Gibson County, Indiana, near agricultural lands. Ethanol storage and handling involve risks of spills and vapor releases, which are mitigated by secondary containment systems and vapor recovery units. Proximity to sensitive receptors such as farms and water bodies requires adherence to SPCC and UST regulations to prevent soil and groundwater contamination.