Overview
Coastal Oil of New England is a harbour facility in Boston, Massachusetts, handling petroleum products. It operates under US EPA NPDES permits and IMO MARPOL regulations.
Coastal Oil of New England is a harbour facility located at 900 East First Street in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It operates in the Marine Utilities sector, serving the Port of Boston with petroleum product handling and storage. The facility operates under US EPA NPDES permits for stormwater management and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges. As a petroleum handling facility, it must comply with IMO MARPOL Annex I regulations for oil pollution prevention and spill response. The site's proximity to Boston Harbor requires robust oil-water separation and containment systems. This facility plays a key role in the regional energy supply chain, supporting New England's heating oil and transportation fuel needs. Its location in a major urban port requires careful environmental management to protect the harbor ecosystem and comply with Massachusetts coastal zone regulations.
Environmental context
Located on Boston Harbor, the facility handles petroleum products that pose risks of oil spills and stormwater contamination. The harbor supports diverse marine life and is a key recreational and commercial waterway. Effective oil-water separation, secondary containment, and spill response plans are critical to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Coastal Oil of New England is located at 900 East First Street in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
It is a harbour facility that handles petroleum products, including storage and transfer, serving the Port of Boston.
The facility must comply with US EPA NPDES permits for stormwater, the Vessel General Permit (VGP), and IMO MARPOL Annex I for oil pollution prevention.
Key risks include oil spills, stormwater runoff contamination, and impacts on marine habitats. Proper containment and spill response are essential.
It provides critical infrastructure for petroleum distribution, supporting heating oil and transportation fuel needs in the New England region.
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