Overview
GREENWICH TERM S COLUMBUS BLVD FAC is an operational harbour in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, serving as a Marine Utilities facility on the Delaware River.
GREENWICH TERM S COLUMBUS BLVD FAC is a harbour facility located at 3301 S Columbus Blvd in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It operates within the Port of Philadelphia, a major hub on the Delaware River handling diverse cargo types including containers, bulk, and liquid cargo. The facility's location in an urban industrial area supports regional trade and logistics. As a harbour in the United States, this facility operates under federal and state regulations including the Clean Water Act and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for stormwater and ballast water management. The port infrastructure typically includes berths, cargo handling equipment, and storage areas. The facility's scale is consistent with medium-sized terminals in the Philadelphia port complex. The environmental context involves proximity to the Delaware River estuary, a sensitive coastal habitat supporting fisheries and migratory birds. Stormwater runoff and oil-water separation are key management practices to prevent pollution. The facility's role in the regional supply chain contributes to economic activity while requiring adherence to environmental compliance measures.
Environmental context
The facility is situated on the Delaware River, an estuary that supports diverse aquatic life and migratory bird populations. Cargo handling operations, particularly bulk and liquid cargo, require careful stormwater management and oil-water separation to prevent contamination. The urban industrial setting necessitates compliance with EPA NPDES permits for discharges and adherence to the Vessel General Permit for vessel-related discharges.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 3301 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148, United States, on the Delaware River.
It is a harbour facility classified under Marine Utilities, handling cargo operations such as containers, bulk, and liquid cargo.
The facility operates under the Clean Water Act, EPA NPDES permits for stormwater discharges, and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for ballast water and vessel discharges.
Key environmental factors include managing stormwater runoff, oil-water separation, and preventing pollution in the Delaware River estuary, which supports sensitive aquatic habitats.
The facility is operational and serves as part of the Port of Philadelphia, contributing to regional maritime trade and logistics.
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