Overview
UNALAKLEET AIRPORT is a fuel terminal located in Unalakleet, Alaska, United States. It serves as a key refueling point for aviation and local infrastructure in a remote Arctic community.
UNALAKLEET AIRPORT is a fuel terminal situated in the remote community of Unalakleet, Alaska, along the Norton Sound coast. This facility supports aviation fuel storage and distribution for the airport and surrounding region, which relies heavily on air travel for cargo and passenger transport due to limited road access. The terminal operates under U.S. federal regulations including EPA underground storage tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. In Alaska, fuel terminals must also comply with state-specific cold-weather engineering standards to prevent spills and ensure secondary containment in permafrost conditions. The facility's NAICS codes (424710, 488119, 488999) indicate involvement in petroleum bulk stations and terminals, as well as support activities for air transportation. As a critical fuel hub in a remote Arctic location, this terminal plays a vital role in maintaining regional connectivity and emergency response capabilities. Its operational status ensures that aviation and local power generation have reliable fuel access, which is essential for the community's economic and social well-being in a harsh climate.
Environmental context
The terminal is located in a remote Arctic environment with permafrost and sensitive tundra ecosystems. Spill risks are heightened due to extreme cold, which can affect tank integrity and containment systems. Proximity to the Norton Sound marine environment requires robust secondary containment and spill response plans to protect local wildlife and subsistence resources.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at UNALAKLEET AIRPORT in Unalakleet, Alaska, United States, with coordinates 63.879100 N, -160.797950 W.
The facility is listed as Operational, indicating it is actively storing and distributing fuel for aviation and local use.
Fuel terminals in Alaska must comply with EPA UST and SPCC regulations, as well as state-specific cold-weather engineering standards for secondary containment and spill prevention in permafrost areas.
Remote Arctic locations require robust infrastructure to withstand extreme cold, permafrost thaw, and limited access. Terminals must have reliable spill containment and emergency response plans to protect sensitive ecosystems.
They provide essential fuel for aviation, power generation, and heating, supporting connectivity and survival in areas with limited road access and harsh winters.
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