Overview
PT OF PORT ANGELES MARINE TERM LOG is an operational harbour in Port Angeles, Washington, United States. It handles marine cargo and supports regional maritime activities.
PT OF PORT ANGELES MARINE TERM LOG is a harbour facility located at the foot of Cedar Street in Port Angeles, Washington, United States. Situated on the Olympic Peninsula along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, this operational marine terminal serves as a key logistics point for the region's maritime trade. As a harbour facility, it operates under U.S. federal regulations including the EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and Clean Water Act requirements for stormwater management and oil-water separation. The facility's location in Clallam County places it within a coastal environment where adherence to MARPOL Annex I (oil) and Annex V (garbage) is critical for protecting local marine ecosystems. The harbour contributes to the local economy by facilitating cargo handling and supporting maritime industries in Port Angeles. Its proximity to the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary underscores the importance of robust environmental management practices to minimize impacts on sensitive coastal habitats.
Environmental context
The harbour is located on the Strait of Juan de Fuca, a biologically productive waterway connecting the Pacific Ocean to Puget Sound. The area supports diverse marine life including salmon, orcas, and seabirds. Stormwater runoff and potential oil spills from vessel operations pose risks to these ecosystems. Effective implementation of spill prevention and stormwater management plans is essential to mitigate environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at the foot of Cedar Street in Port Angeles, Washington, United States, along the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
It is an operational harbour facility that handles marine cargo and supports maritime activities in the Port Angeles area.
The harbour operates under U.S. EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges, Clean Water Act requirements for stormwater management, and MARPOL Annex I and V for oil and garbage handling.
Key concerns include stormwater runoff containing pollutants, potential oil spills from vessels, and impacts on sensitive coastal habitats such as those in the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary.
It facilitates cargo handling and supports maritime industries, providing jobs and economic activity in Port Angeles and Clallam County.
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