Overview
Kinder Morgan Bulk Term Inc/Fairless Hills is an operational harbour facility in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, USA. It handles bulk cargo and operates under US EPA regulations.
Kinder Morgan Bulk Term Inc/Fairless Hills is a harbour facility located at 1 Sinter Rd, Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, in Bucks County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 488320 for marine cargo handling. It is situated along the Delaware River, serving as a key node for bulk material transport in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for discharges incidental to vessel operations and NPDES permits for shoreside stormwater management. As a bulk terminal, it handles commodities such as coal, petroleum coke, or aggregates, requiring robust dust control and runoff management systems to comply with environmental standards. This harbour plays a significant role in the regional industrial supply chain, supporting local manufacturing and energy sectors. Its location on the Delaware River connects to the Port of Philadelphia and international shipping routes, facilitating trade while adhering to environmental safeguards for the adjacent aquatic ecosystem.
Environmental context
The facility is located on the Delaware River, a major waterway that supports diverse aquatic habitats. As a bulk cargo terminal, key environmental considerations include stormwater runoff management to prevent sediment and pollutant discharge, as well as dust control measures for stored materials. The site's proximity to the river necessitates compliance with Clean Water Act regulations and spill prevention plans to protect water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1 Sinter Rd, Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania 19030, USA, in Bucks County along the Delaware River.
As a bulk terminal, it handles dry bulk commodities such as coal, petroleum coke, aggregates, and other materials typical of marine cargo handling operations.
The facility must comply with US EPA regulations including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for stormwater management, as well as state-level environmental requirements.
The NAICS code is 488320, which corresponds to Marine Cargo Handling, covering activities such as loading and unloading cargo at ports and harbours.
Environmental management includes stormwater runoff controls, dust suppression for bulk materials, and spill prevention measures to protect the Delaware River ecosystem.
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