Overview
CITGO CORPUS CHRISTI PETROLEUM COKE STARAGE AND HANDLING is a harbour facility in Corpus Christi, Texas, handling petroleum coke. It operates under US EPA VGP and NPDES regulations for stormwater and oil-water management.
CITGO CORPUS CHRISTI PETROLEUM COKE STARAGE AND HANDLING is a harbour facility located west of Navigation Blvd near Bulk Materials Dock #6 B in Corpus Christi, Texas. The facility is operational and specializes in the storage and handling of petroleum coke, a solid carbon material derived from oil refining. Its location in Nueces County places it within a major industrial and port region on the Gulf Coast. 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 stormwater runoff and oil-water management at marine terminals. As a petroleum coke handling site, it must comply with air quality and water discharge standards to minimize environmental impact. The NAICS code 488320 indicates it is classified as a marine cargo handling facility. Petroleum coke handling presents specific environmental challenges, including dust control and potential runoff of carbonaceous materials. The facility's proximity to the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and sensitive coastal habitats requires robust stormwater management and spill prevention measures. Its role in the regional energy supply chain underscores its economic significance, while regulatory oversight aims to balance industrial activity with environmental protection.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Gulf Coast region, an area with sensitive coastal ecosystems including estuaries and wetlands. Petroleum coke handling generates dust and requires careful stormwater management to prevent runoff into nearby waterways. The facility must adhere to US EPA regulations for oil-water separation and spill prevention to protect local aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located west of Navigation Blvd near Bulk Materials Dock #6 B in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States.
It is a harbour facility that handles and stores petroleum coke, a solid carbon byproduct of oil refining, for transport and distribution.
The facility operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which regulate stormwater runoff and oil-water management.
Key risks include dust emissions, potential runoff of carbonaceous materials into waterways, and the need for effective stormwater and spill management to protect nearby coastal ecosystems.
As a marine cargo handling facility (NAICS 488320), it supports the energy supply chain by enabling the storage and transfer of petroleum coke, a key industrial commodity.
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