USCG Integrated Support Command Kodiak Fuel Terminal, Kodiak, Alaska

USCG Integrated Support Command Kodiak is a fuel terminal situated at N-38 Cape Sarichef St in Kodiak, Alaska. As a facility operated by the United States Coast Guard, it provides fuel storage and distribution for military and support vessels in the Kodiak Island area. The terminal is operational and plays a key role in ensuring fuel availability for Coast Guard missions in the Gulf of Alaska. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the EPA's Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate risks associated with fuel storage. The terminal's location in a coastal environment necessitates compliance with additional state and federal guidelines to protect marine ecosystems. As a critical infrastructure asset, the terminal supports national security and maritime safety in Alaska. Its strategic position in Kodiak enables efficient refueling of Coast Guard cutters and aircraft, contributing to search and rescue, law enforcement, and environmental protection operations. The facility's integration with the broader USCG logistics network underscores its importance in the region.

The terminal is located on Kodiak Island, a region with rich marine biodiversity and sensitive coastal habitats. Fuel storage and handling operations pose risks of spills and vapor emissions, which could impact local fisheries and wildlife. The facility's proximity to the Gulf of Alaska requires robust secondary containment and spill response measures to prevent environmental damage. Regulatory oversight under the EPA's SPCC and UST programs helps ensure safe operations.