U.S. DOD DFSP TAMPA Fuel Terminal in Tampa, Florida

U.S. DOD DFSP TAMPA is a fuel terminal located at 5313 North Boundary Road, Building 1122, in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. The facility is operational and supports the U.S. Department of Defense's fuel supply chain in the region. As a defense fuel support point, it plays a critical role in ensuring fuel availability for military operations. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) program and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's NAICS codes (424710 and 493190) indicate petroleum bulk stations and terminals, as well as general warehousing and storage. Located near Tampa's port and industrial areas, the terminal is part of a broader fuel infrastructure network supporting both military and civilian needs. Its proximity to Tampa Bay and sensitive coastal ecosystems necessitates robust environmental safeguards. The facility's operational status and regulatory compliance are key to maintaining fuel security in the region.

The terminal is situated in an industrial area near Tampa Bay, a sensitive estuarine environment. Spill and vapor risks are managed through secondary containment systems and leak detection, as required by EPA SPCC and UST regulations. Proximity to water bodies heightens the importance of spill prevention measures to protect aquatic habitats.