West Direct Oil Fuel Terminal in North Las Vegas, Nevada

West Direct Oil is a fuel terminal located at 4581 Eaker Street in North Las Vegas, Nevada, within Clark County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 424710, which covers petroleum bulk stations and terminals. It plays a key role in the local fuel supply chain, serving the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response planning to mitigate environmental risks. As a fuel terminal, it handles significant volumes of petroleum products, requiring robust safety and compliance measures. West Direct Oil contributes to the energy infrastructure of southern Nevada, supporting transportation and industrial activities in the region. Its location in an arid climate with proximity to sensitive desert ecosystems underscores the importance of spill prevention and vapor recovery systems. The facility's operational status ensures continued fuel availability for the growing North Las Vegas community.

The facility is situated in the Mojave Desert, an arid region with sensitive ecosystems and limited water resources. Fuel terminals in this area pose risks of soil and groundwater contamination from spills or leaks, which can be exacerbated by the dry climate and slow natural attenuation. Secondary containment systems and regular monitoring are critical to protect nearby washes and the Las Vegas Wash watershed. Vapor emissions from fuel handling also require management to comply with air quality standards in the Las Vegas Valley.