Overview
Seattle Port Terminal 30 is an operational harbour facility in Seattle, Washington, handling deep-sea cargo under US regulatory oversight.
Seattle Port Terminal 30 is a harbour facility located at 2431 E Marginal Way in Seattle, Washington, within King County. It operates as a deep-sea port terminal, serving the maritime trade sector in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency's Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for shoreside operations. As a harbour handling containerized and bulk cargo, it must comply with stormwater management and oil-water separation requirements to minimize environmental impact. Seattle Port Terminal 30 plays a key role in the regional economy by facilitating international trade through the Port of Seattle. Its location on the Duwamish Waterway requires careful environmental management to protect nearby estuarine habitats and water quality in Puget Sound.
Environmental context
Located on the Duwamish Waterway, the terminal operates in a sensitive coastal environment that supports salmon runs and marine wildlife. Stormwater runoff from cargo handling areas and potential oil spills from vessel operations are key environmental concerns. The facility must implement best management practices for pollution prevention under its NPDES permit.
Frequently asked questions
Seattle Port Terminal 30 is located at 2431 E Marginal Way in Seattle, Washington, USA, within King County.
As a deep-sea harbour, Seattle Port Terminal 30 handles containerized and bulk cargo, serving international shipping routes.
The terminal must comply with the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater management.
The facility implements best management practices for stormwater control, including oil-water separators and sediment basins, to prevent pollution of the Duwamish Waterway.
Seattle Port Terminal 30 is currently operational and active in maritime cargo handling.
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