Overview
Stevedoring Services of America operates a harbour facility at Berth 55 in Los Angeles, California, providing cargo handling services in one of the busiest port complexes in the United States.
Stevedoring Services of America is a harbour facility located at Berth 55 in Los Angeles, California. Situated within the Port of Los Angeles, this facility is part of a major maritime hub that handles a significant volume of containerized cargo and bulk goods. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of US federal and state regulations, including the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for shoreside operations. The facility's operations involve cargo handling, which includes loading and unloading vessels, and managing associated stormwater runoff and oil-water separation. As a harbour in California, it must comply with stringent environmental regulations, including the California Ocean Plan and local air quality management rules. The facility's scale is typical of a medium to large stevedoring operation within a major port complex. Environmental significance includes its proximity to sensitive coastal habitats in Southern California, such as estuaries and marine protected areas. Stormwater management and spill prevention are critical to minimize impacts on water quality. The facility plays a key role in the regional supply chain, supporting trade and economic activity in the Los Angeles area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Port of Los Angeles, a major industrial harbor adjacent to sensitive coastal ecosystems. Cargo handling operations generate stormwater runoff that may contain pollutants such as sediments, oils, and heavy metals. Effective stormwater management and oil-water separation are essential to protect nearby marine habitats, including wetlands and kelp forests. The facility operates under strict US EPA and California regulations to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Stevedoring Services of America is located at Berth 55 in Los Angeles, California, within the Port of Los Angeles.
As a stevedoring facility, it handles loading and unloading of various cargo types, including containerized goods and bulk materials, typical of a major port.
The facility must comply with the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges, NPDES permits for stormwater, and California state regulations including the California Ocean Plan.
Stormwater management typically includes best management practices such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring to comply with NPDES permits.
It provides cargo handling services that facilitate international trade, connecting ships to land transportation networks and supporting the regional economy.
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