WESTEC DENVER, INC. Fuel Terminal in Commerce City, Colorado

WESTEC DENVER, INC. is a fuel terminal located at 6401 E 80th Ave in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado. As part of the United States fuel infrastructure, it plays a role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products within the region. 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 plans to mitigate environmental risks. As a fuel terminal, WESTEC DENVER, INC. contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting industrial and commercial activities in the Denver metropolitan area. Its location in Commerce City places it within a key industrial corridor with access to major transportation routes.

The facility is situated in an industrial area of Commerce City, near the South Platte River and sensitive ecosystems. Fuel terminals in this region must manage spill and vapor risks through secondary containment and monitoring systems. Proximity to residential areas and waterways necessitates rigorous compliance with SPCC and UST regulations to prevent soil and groundwater contamination.