Tesoro Ref & Mktg Co., Long Beach Harbour Facility in California, USA

Tesoro Ref & Mktg Co., Long Beach is a harbour facility located at 820 Carrack Ave, Long Beach, California, within the Los Angeles County area. The facility is operational and serves as a key marine terminal for petroleum refining and marketing operations, supporting the region's energy and shipping industries. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for shoreside operations, ensuring compliance with stormwater management and oil-water separation standards. As a harbour handling petroleum products, it adheres to MARPOL Annex I regulations for oil pollution prevention. The NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 488320 (Marine Cargo Handling) indicate its dual role in storage and cargo transfer. Located in the Port of Long Beach, one of the busiest seaports in the United States, this facility plays a significant role in the regional supply chain for petroleum products. Its proximity to sensitive coastal habitats in Southern California necessitates robust environmental management practices, including spill prevention and response protocols.

The facility is situated in the Port of Long Beach, a major industrial harbor adjacent to the Pacific Ocean and near ecologically sensitive coastal wetlands. Operations involve handling petroleum products, which pose risks of oil spills and stormwater runoff. Regulatory compliance under the US EPA VGP and NPDES permits requires advanced oil-water separation and spill containment measures to protect local marine ecosystems.