Overview
PT ARTHUR BULK HANDLING FACILITY is an operational harbour in Port Arthur, Texas, United States. It handles bulk cargo and operates under US EPA VGP and NPDES regulations.
PT ARTHUR BULK HANDLING FACILITY is a harbour located at 3605 Coke Dock Rd, Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas, United States. The facility is operational and specializes in bulk cargo handling, serving the industrial and maritime needs of the region. As a bulk handling facility, it manages dry or liquid bulk commodities, requiring robust stormwater and oil-water management systems. The facility operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for shoreside operations, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Located near the Gulf Coast, the facility plays a key role in the regional supply chain, supporting industries such as petrochemicals and agriculture. Its proximity to sensitive coastal habitats necessitates careful environmental management to mitigate impacts from cargo handling and stormwater runoff.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Gulf Coast region, an area with sensitive coastal ecosystems including estuaries and marshes. Bulk cargo handling, especially if involving coal, ores, or chemicals, poses risks of dust, spillage, and stormwater contamination. Effective oil-water separation and sediment control are critical to protect local water quality and aquatic life.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 3605 Coke Dock Rd, Port Arthur, Texas 77641, United States.
As a bulk handling facility, it handles dry or liquid bulk commodities such as coal, ores, grains, or chemicals.
The facility operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater discharges.
Marine utilities in the US are regulated by the EPA under the VGP and NPDES programs, and internationally by the IMO MARPOL Convention.
The facility likely implements stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) and uses best management practices such as sediment basins and oil-water separators.
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