Military Ocean Terminal Concord: Harbour Facility in Concord, California

Military Ocean Terminal Concord is a harbour facility located at 410 Norman Avenue in Concord, California, within Contra Costa County. The terminal is operational and serves as a key logistics hub for military cargo operations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Its strategic location provides access to major shipping routes and inland transportation networks. The facility operates under NAICS codes 488210 (Support Activities for Rail Transportation) and 928110 (National Security), indicating its dual role in rail logistics and national defense. As a military terminal, it handles a variety of cargo types, including containerized and bulk goods, and adheres to stringent environmental and safety regulations. The terminal is subject to US EPA VGP and NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater management, as well as IMO MARPOL conventions for vessel operations. Environmental significance includes its location near the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, a sensitive estuarine ecosystem. The terminal's operations require careful management of stormwater runoff and oil-water separation to protect local water quality. Its role in national security and logistics underscores its importance to regional infrastructure and military readiness.

The terminal is situated in the San Francisco Bay Area, near the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, a critical estuarine habitat for fish and wildlife. Operations involve handling military cargo, which may include hazardous materials, necessitating robust stormwater management and spill prevention plans. The facility must comply with US EPA NPDES permits for industrial activities and VGP requirements for vessels, ensuring minimal impact on the sensitive coastal environment.