Tri-County Petroleum Fuel Terminal in Vandalia, Illinois

Tri-County Petroleum is a fuel terminal located at 214 N. Elm St. in Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products within the region, supporting local infrastructure and transportation needs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill prevention measures to mitigate environmental risks. The NAICS code 424710 indicates it is classified as a petroleum bulk station and terminal. Tri-County Petroleum contributes to the energy supply chain in south-central Illinois, serving commercial and industrial customers. Its location in Vandalia, a small city along Interstate 70, provides logistical advantages for fuel distribution across the region.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Fayette County, with nearby agricultural land and the Kaskaskia River watershed. Fuel terminals in such settings must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment and monitoring systems. Proximity to sensitive receptors like waterways and farmland underscores the importance of robust environmental safeguards.