SWEITZER OIL, INC. Fuel Terminal in Gunnison, Colorado

SWEITZER OIL, INC. operates a fuel terminal located at 1009 Bidwell in Gunnison, Colorado. This facility is part of the fuel infrastructure serving Gunnison County and the surrounding area, providing storage and distribution of petroleum products. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the local supply chain for gasoline, diesel, and other fuels. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's NAICS code 424710 indicates it is a petroleum bulk station and terminal, typical of medium-scale operations in the region. SWEITZER OIL, INC. supports the energy needs of Gunnison and the surrounding communities, including agricultural, commercial, and residential consumers. Its location in the Rocky Mountain region means it must operate under cold-weather conditions that can affect fuel handling and storage. The facility's compliance with federal and state regulations ensures safe and reliable fuel distribution.

The facility is located in Gunnison, Colorado, a high-altitude area in the Rocky Mountains. The local environment includes sensitive watersheds and wildlife habitats. Fuel terminals in such areas must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment and leak detection systems. The cold climate can increase the risk of fuel spills due to freeze-thaw cycles affecting equipment. Regulatory compliance with US EPA UST and SPCC rules is critical to protect local water resources and ecosystems.