Overview
Kinder Morgan Bulk Terminal - Pier IX is a harbour facility in Newport News, Virginia, handling bulk cargo. It operates under US EPA NPDES and MARPOL regulations for marine operations.
Kinder Morgan Bulk Terminal - Pier IX is a harbour facility located at 1900 Harbor Access Road in Newport News, Virginia, United States. It is part of the Kinder Morgan network and serves as a bulk cargo terminal on the East Coast. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 488320 for marine cargo handling. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for shoreside activities, ensuring compliance with stormwater management and discharge standards. As a bulk terminal, it handles dry or liquid bulk commodities, requiring robust dust control and spill prevention measures. The facility's location on the James River near the Chesapeake Bay places it in a sensitive coastal environment. Kinder Morgan Bulk Terminal - Pier IX plays a key role in the regional supply chain, supporting industrial and agricultural exports. Its operations are subject to MARPOL Annex II for noxious liquid substances and Annex V for garbage management. The terminal's scale and cargo type necessitate rigorous environmental management to minimize impact on nearby aquatic habitats.
Environmental context
The terminal is situated on the James River, a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay, a large and ecologically important estuary. Bulk cargo handling can generate dust and runoff, requiring effective stormwater management and spill containment. The facility must comply with US EPA NPDES permits for industrial stormwater discharges and oil-water separation systems to protect local water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Kinder Morgan Bulk Terminal - Pier IX is located at 1900 Harbor Access Road, Newport News, Virginia 23607, United States.
As a bulk terminal, it handles dry or liquid bulk commodities such as coal, grain, petroleum products, or chemicals, though specific cargo types are not detailed.
The terminal operates under US EPA NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater discharges, the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges, and MARPOL Annexes for pollution prevention.
Environmental management includes stormwater runoff controls, spill prevention and response plans, dust suppression measures, and compliance with MARPOL requirements for waste handling.
It supports regional trade by handling bulk commodities for industrial and agricultural sectors, contributing to the Port of Virginia's cargo throughput.
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