Overview
Port of Los Angeles Berth 46-50 is a major harbour facility in San Pedro, California, handling containerized cargo. It operates under US EPA VGP and NPDES regulations for stormwater and ballast water management.
Port of Los Angeles Berth 46-50 is a harbour facility located at 3011 Miner St, San Pedro, California, within the Port of Los Angeles complex. As a key terminal in one of the busiest container ports in the United States, it handles significant containerized cargo volumes, contributing to the region's maritime trade infrastructure. The facility operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which regulate discharges such as ballast water, bilge water, and stormwater runoff. The port's scale and cargo type (container) necessitate robust environmental management systems to mitigate risks associated with cargo handling and vessel operations. As part of the Port of Los Angeles, this berth plays a critical role in the supply chain for Southern California and the broader US economy. The facility's environmental significance lies in its proximity to sensitive coastal habitats, requiring careful management of stormwater and oil-water separation to protect marine ecosystems in San Pedro Bay.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in San Pedro Bay, a coastal area with diverse marine habitats. Container handling operations generate potential pollutants such as cargo residues, stormwater runoff, and vessel discharges. The port implements best management practices for stormwater treatment and oil-water separation to comply with NPDES permits and reduce ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
Port of Los Angeles Berth 46-50 is located at 3011 Miner St, San Pedro, California 90731, United States.
As a container terminal within the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 46-50 primarily handles containerized cargo, including imports and exports of consumer goods, electronics, and machinery.
The facility operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for stormwater runoff. It must comply with MARPOL Annexes for oil, sewage, and garbage management.
Stormwater runoff is managed through best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular sweeping to prevent pollutants from entering San Pedro Bay.
Berth 46-50 is a key component of the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest container port in the United States, handling millions of TEUs annually and supporting regional trade and economic activity.
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