Overview
Warren Petroleum Company Hattiesburg Terminal is an operational fuel terminal in Petal, Mississippi. It handles bulk fuel storage and distribution for the region.
Warren Petroleum Company Hattiesburg Terminal is a fuel terminal located in Petal, Mississippi, near the intersection of Chapel Hill Road and Interstate 11. This facility serves as a key distribution hub for petroleum products in the Forrest County area, supporting local and regional fuel supply chains. As a fuel terminal, the facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including SPCC (Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure) and UST (Underground Storage Tank) requirements. These frameworks mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. The terminal's scale is typical for a mid-sized inland distribution facility in the southeastern United States. The terminal plays a significant role in the local fuel infrastructure, providing storage and transfer services for gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products. Its location near major transportation routes facilitates efficient distribution to retail stations and commercial consumers in Mississippi and neighboring states.
Environmental context
The terminal is situated in a region with a humid subtropical climate, which can influence spill and vapor management practices. Proximity to local waterways and residential areas necessitates robust secondary containment and monitoring systems. The facility's compliance with SPCC and UST regulations helps mitigate risks of soil and groundwater contamination from potential leaks or spills.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at Chapel Hill Road and Interstate 11 in Petal, Mississippi, in Forrest County.
It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products such as gasoline and diesel to local markets.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA SPCC and UST regulations, which require spill prevention, secondary containment, and leak detection systems.
Environmental risks are managed through spill prevention plans, secondary containment structures, and regular monitoring to prevent soil and water contamination.
Fuel terminals like this one are critical for distributing petroleum products across the state, supporting transportation, agriculture, and industry.
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