Torreson Oil Co Inc-Wallingford Fuel Terminal, Wallingford, Iowa

Torreson Oil Co Inc-Wallingford is a fuel terminal located at 171 HWY 4 N in Wallingford, Emmet County, Iowa. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products to the surrounding region. The facility is currently operational and is classified under NAICS 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to minimize environmental risks. In Iowa, the state's Department of Natural Resources also enforces additional requirements for fuel storage and handling. As a fuel terminal in a rural area of Iowa, the facility supports local agricultural and transportation fuel needs. Its location near Highway 4 provides efficient access for distribution. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and water resources, making spill prevention and containment critical for protecting local ecosystems and groundwater.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Iowa, surrounded by agricultural land and near surface water bodies. Fuel terminals pose risks of spills and vapor releases, which can contaminate soil and groundwater. The US EPA's SPCC and UST regulations mandate secondary containment and leak detection to mitigate these risks. The facility's proximity to sensitive receptors such as farms and water resources underscores the importance of robust environmental management practices.