Overview
GT Logistics Rail Yard is an operational harbour facility in Port Arthur, Texas, United States. It handles cargo transfer between rail and marine vessels in the Gulf Coast region.
GT Logistics Rail Yard is a harbour facility located at 1998 Highway 73 in Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key intermodal hub connecting rail and marine transportation along the Gulf Coast. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks including the EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for stormwater management. As a rail yard handling cargo transfer, it is subject to spill prevention and control measures under the Clean Water Act, particularly for oil-water separation and hazardous material handling. Port Arthur is a major industrial center with significant petrochemical and shipping activity. The facility's location near sensitive coastal habitats requires careful environmental management to minimize impacts on local ecosystems. Its role in the regional logistics network supports trade and economic activity in the Gulf Coast region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Gulf Coast region, an area with extensive coastal wetlands and estuaries. Operations involve cargo handling that may generate stormwater runoff and potential spills. Management of oil-water separation and sediment control is critical to protect nearby aquatic habitats from contamination.
Frequently asked questions
GT Logistics Rail Yard is located at 1998 Highway 73, Port Arthur, Texas 77640, United States.
GT Logistics Rail Yard is a harbour facility that serves as an intermodal transfer point between rail and marine cargo.
The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for stormwater management, as well as the Clean Water Act for spill prevention.
Harbour facilities in Texas must manage stormwater runoff, oil-water separation, and hazardous material handling to protect coastal wetlands and estuaries, in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
GT Logistics Rail Yard supports the regional economy by facilitating cargo transfer between rail and marine modes, connecting Port Arthur's industrial base to broader supply chains.
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