Overview
Associated Terminals at Globalplex LLC - Globalplex Bulk Handling Terminal is a harbour facility in Reserve, Louisiana, United States. It handles bulk cargo and operates under US EPA regulations.
Associated Terminals at Globalplex LLC - Globalplex Bulk Handling Terminal is a harbour facility located at 1770 Hwy 44 in Reserve, Louisiana, United States. It is an operational bulk handling terminal situated on the Mississippi River, serving the maritime logistics sector in the Gulf Coast region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for shoreside operations. As a bulk handling terminal, it manages dry or liquid bulk cargoes, requiring robust stormwater management and spill prevention measures to comply with environmental standards. The terminal plays a key role in the regional supply chain, facilitating the movement of bulk commodities. Its location along the Mississippi River provides access to major shipping routes, supporting industrial activity in Louisiana. The facility's operations are subject to federal and state environmental oversight to minimize impacts on nearby water bodies and coastal habitats.
Environmental context
The terminal is located on the Mississippi River near the Gulf of Mexico, an ecologically sensitive coastal zone. Bulk cargo handling poses risks of dust, runoff, and accidental spills, necessitating effective stormwater and oil-water management systems. The facility must comply with US EPA regulations to protect aquatic habitats and water quality in this dynamic estuarine environment.
Frequently asked questions
The terminal is located at 1770 Hwy 44 in Reserve, Louisiana, United States, along the Mississippi River.
Globalplex Bulk Handling Terminal handles bulk cargo, which may include dry or liquid commodities such as grains, ores, chemicals, or petroleum products.
The terminal must comply with US EPA regulations including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater management.
As a bulk handling facility, it implements stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) and uses best management practices to control runoff and prevent contamination of the Mississippi River.
The Mississippi River provides access to major shipping routes and connects the terminal to the Gulf of Mexico, making it a strategic hub for bulk cargo transport in the US Gulf Coast region.
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