Transmontaigne - Baton Rouge Facility: Marine Terminal in Jackson, Louisiana

Transmontaigne - Baton Rouge Facility is a harbour located at 1478 Highway 61 in Jackson, Louisiana, within East Feliciana Parish. The facility is operational and serves as a marine terminal for the Transmontaigne network, which specializes in the storage and handling of petroleum products and other bulk liquids. Its location along the Mississippi River corridor positions it within a major hub for marine transportation in the United States. The facility operates under NAICS codes 488310 (Port and Harbor Operations) and 493190 (Other Warehousing and Storage), indicating its role in both marine cargo handling and storage services. As a harbour facility, it is subject to federal regulations including the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for discharges incidental to vessel operations and the Clean Water Act's NPDES permitting for shoreside stormwater management. The facility likely handles a range of liquid bulk cargoes, with typical throughput measured in barrels or gallons per year. Environmental considerations for this facility include stormwater runoff management and oil-water separation systems to prevent spills into nearby waterways. The facility's proximity to the Mississippi River and sensitive coastal habitats in Louisiana necessitates robust spill prevention and response plans. Its role in the regional energy infrastructure supports local and national fuel supply chains, contributing to the economic activity of the Gulf Coast region.

The facility is located in Louisiana, a state with extensive coastal wetlands and sensitive aquatic ecosystems. As a marine terminal handling liquid bulk cargoes, key environmental concerns include stormwater runoff, oil spill prevention, and ballast water management. The facility operates under US EPA regulations, including the Vessel General Permit and NPDES permits, to mitigate impacts on the Mississippi River and surrounding habitats.