The Whitaker Company Fuel Terminal in Ocoee, Florida

The Whitaker Company is a fuel terminal located at 280 Enterprise Street in Ocoee, Florida, within Orange County. The facility is operational and serves as a key hub for petroleum product storage and distribution in the central Florida region. As a fuel terminal, it plays a critical role in the supply chain for gasoline, diesel, and other fuels to local markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. The NAICS codes associated with the site (325110, 424690, 424710, 424950, 425110, 425120) indicate activities ranging from petrochemical manufacturing to wholesale distribution of petroleum products and chemicals. This suggests the terminal handles a variety of substances requiring careful management of spill risks and secondary containment. The Whitaker Company's terminal is situated in a suburban area near Orlando, with proximity to residential and commercial zones. Its location along major transportation routes supports efficient distribution to service stations and industrial users. The facility's environmental significance lies in its potential impact on local water resources and air quality, necessitating robust spill prevention and vapor recovery systems to protect the surrounding community and environment.

The facility is located in Ocoee, Florida, a region with a high water table and numerous lakes, making groundwater protection critical. The terminal's operations involve storage and transfer of petroleum products, posing risks of spills and vapor emissions. Secondary containment systems and leak detection are essential to prevent soil and water contamination. The area's subtropical climate with frequent rainfall increases the potential for runoff and migration of contaminants.