Bear Oil Company Inc Harbour, Loma, California | Marine Utility Facility

Bear Oil Company Inc is a harbour facility located at 24913 Redland Blvd in Loma, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is operational and serves as a marine utility hub in the region, handling cargo and vessel operations typical of a harbour. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which govern discharges from vessels and shoreside activities. As a harbour in California, it is subject to state-specific environmental regulations, including stormwater management and oil-water separation requirements. Bear Oil Company Inc plays a role in the local maritime infrastructure, supporting cargo handling and vessel services. Its location in Southern California places it within a region with significant coastal and marine resources, necessitating careful environmental management to minimize impacts on sensitive habitats.

The facility is situated in Southern California, a region with diverse coastal ecosystems including estuaries and nearshore habitats. Harbour operations involve cargo handling and vessel traffic, which can generate stormwater runoff and potential oil-water discharges. Effective management of these effluents is critical to protect local water quality and marine life.