UNOCAL BULK PLANT #0220 - Fuel Terminal in Fort Bragg, California

UNOCAL BULK PLANT #0220 is a fuel terminal located at 720 Franklin Street North in Fort Bragg, California. This facility is part of the regional fuel infrastructure serving Mendocino County and the surrounding North Coast area. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in receiving, storing, and distributing petroleum products to local markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to protect groundwater and nearby environments. The terminal's storage tanks are subject to periodic testing and maintenance to ensure integrity. Located near the Pacific coast in a seismically active region, the facility must also comply with California's stringent environmental and seismic safety standards. Its operational status ensures continued fuel supply for transportation, agriculture, and residential heating in the Fort Bragg area, supporting the local economy and community resilience.

The facility is situated in a coastal region with a Mediterranean climate, where groundwater resources are critical for local ecosystems and communities. Proximity to the Pacific Ocean and nearby rivers increases the importance of spill prevention and secondary containment measures. The area is also seismically active, requiring tank designs that can withstand earthquakes to prevent releases. Regulatory oversight under EPA UST and SPCC rules helps mitigate risks to soil and water quality.