Overview
UNION OIL CO OF CA UNION CHEMICAL DIV is an operational fuel terminal in Wilmington, North Carolina, serving the region's fuel infrastructure needs.
UNION OIL CO OF CA UNION CHEMICAL DIV is a fuel terminal located at 1 Wooster St, Wilmington, North Carolina, in New Hanover County. As an operational facility in the fuel terminal sector, it plays a key role in the local and regional fuel supply chain, handling storage and distribution of petroleum products. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. Typical fuel terminals in this region feature aboveground storage tanks with secondary containment systems to prevent spills and vapor releases. The terminal's location in an industrial area near the Cape Fear River necessitates robust environmental safeguards. This terminal supports the fuel distribution network for southeastern North Carolina, serving commercial and industrial customers. Its proximity to the Port of Wilmington enhances its logistical importance for fuel imports and regional supply. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The terminal is situated in an industrial area of Wilmington, near the Cape Fear River. This proximity to a major waterway requires stringent spill prevention measures, such as secondary containment and regular inspections, to protect aquatic ecosystems. The facility's fuel storage and handling operations pose risks of vapor emissions and leaks, which are mitigated by vapor recovery systems and leak detection protocols. Local environmental conditions, including the humid subtropical climate, can influence corrosion rates and maintenance schedules for storage tanks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1 Wooster St, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401, in New Hanover County.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products, serving the fuel infrastructure needs of the Wilmington area and surrounding region.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules to prevent spills and protect the environment.
Typical risk management includes secondary containment for tanks, vapor recovery systems, leak detection, and regular inspections to prevent spills and vapor releases, especially given its proximity to the Cape Fear River.
The terminal supports the fuel distribution network for southeastern North Carolina, leveraging its location near the Port of Wilmington for fuel imports and regional supply.
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