Risk: Medium Harbour Operational

TRAPAC INC. Harbour Facility, Wilmington, California | Port of Los Angeles

WILMINGTON, California, United States

Overview

TRAPAC INC. is an operational harbour facility in Wilmington, California, United States. It handles container cargo at the Port of Los Angeles, one of the busiest ports globally.

TRAPAC INC. is a harbour facility located at 920 West Harry Bridges Blvd., Wilmington, California, within the Port of Los Angeles complex. The port is a major gateway for containerized cargo on the U.S. West Coast, serving trans-Pacific trade routes. As a container terminal, TRAPAC INC. plays a key role in regional and national supply chains. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for stormwater and ballast water management. The Port of Los Angeles also adheres to California's stringent air quality and water quality standards, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Typical harbour operations involve container handling equipment, truck and rail connections, and shoreside power for vessels. TRAPAC INC. contributes to the economic activity of the Los Angeles area, supporting jobs and trade. Its location in a densely populated urban area requires careful management of environmental impacts, including air emissions, noise, and stormwater runoff. The facility's proximity to sensitive coastal habitats necessitates compliance with mitigation measures to protect local ecosystems.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in the Port of Los Angeles, which borders the Pacific Ocean and is near sensitive coastal habitats. Container terminal operations generate stormwater runoff that may contain pollutants such as oil, grease, and heavy metals. The port implements stormwater management plans and treatment systems to reduce environmental impact. Additionally, vessel emissions are regulated under the California Air Resources Board (CARB) rules to improve air quality in the surrounding communities.

Frequently asked questions

TRAPAC INC. is located at 920 West Harry Bridges Blvd., Wilmington, California 90744, within the Port of Los Angeles.

TRAPAC INC. is a container terminal that handles containerized cargo for international trade, primarily serving trans-Pacific shipping routes.

The facility must comply with the U.S. Clean Water Act, the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for stormwater and ballast water, and California state regulations including CEQA and CARB air quality rules.

The facility implements stormwater management plans, including treatment systems and best management practices, to control pollutants from terminal operations and prevent contamination of nearby waters.

TRAPAC INC. is one of several container terminals in the Port of Los Angeles, contributing to the port's status as a leading U.S. trade gateway and supporting regional economic activity.

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