Risk: Medium Fuel Terminal Operational

WRIGHT VALLEY OIL CO- ALAMOSA Fuel Terminal in Alamosa, Colorado

ALAMOSA, Colorado, United States

Overview

WRIGHT VALLEY OIL CO- ALAMOSA is a fuel terminal in Alamosa, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local fuel distribution network.

WRIGHT VALLEY OIL CO- ALAMOSA is a fuel terminal located in Alamosa, Colorado, United States. The facility is situated at Edison and RR Tracks and is currently operational. As a fuel terminal, it plays a key role in the storage and distribution of petroleum products within the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which includes the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill prevention measures to protect groundwater and soil. The terminal's design and operation are typical for a facility of its scale in the region. WRIGHT VALLEY OIL CO- ALAMOSA serves the local community and surrounding areas by providing a reliable supply of fuel. Its location near transportation infrastructure supports efficient distribution. The facility's environmental management practices are aligned with federal and state requirements to minimize risks associated with fuel storage and handling.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Alamosa, Colorado, a semi-arid region with sensitive groundwater resources. Fuel terminals in such areas must implement robust secondary containment and leak detection systems to prevent spills from reaching the aquifer. The proximity to agricultural land and residential areas further emphasizes the need for strict adherence to SPCC and UST regulations.

Frequently asked questions

WRIGHT VALLEY OIL CO- ALAMOSA is located at Edison and RR Tracks in Alamosa, Colorado, United States.

It is a fuel terminal that stores and distributes petroleum products.

Fuel terminals in Colorado must comply with EPA's UST regulations for underground storage tanks and SPCC rules for spill prevention, as well as state-specific environmental requirements.

The facility is currently operational.

Typical protections include secondary containment, leak detection systems, spill response plans, and regular inspections to prevent soil and groundwater contamination.

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