Overview
US Navy Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) - Tanks is a harbour facility in Bremerton, Washington, supporting naval vessel maintenance and operations. It handles shipyard activities including tank operations for the US Navy.
US Navy Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) - Tanks is a harbour facility located at 1400 Farragut St, Bremerton, Washington, within Kitsap County. Operated by the US Navy, this shipyard is one of the largest naval shipyards in the United States, providing maintenance, modernization, and repair services for naval vessels. The facility includes tank operations for fuel and other liquids, supporting the Pacific Fleet. As a naval harbour, the facility operates under strict US Navy environmental protocols and complies with federal regulations including the Clean Water Act and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) under the EPA's NPDES program. The shipyard's activities involve dry docks, piers, and tank farms for fuel storage, with stormwater and oil-water separation systems in place to manage runoff. The facility's NAICS codes (928110 for National Security, 336611 for Ship Building and Repairing) reflect its dual role in defense and industrial operations. The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard is a critical asset for the US Navy's readiness, providing essential maintenance for aircraft carriers, submarines, and surface ships. Its location on Puget Sound, a sensitive estuarine environment, requires rigorous environmental management to protect local marine habitats. The facility's tank operations are integral to fueling the fleet, with spill prevention and response plans aligned with MARPOL Annex I regulations.
Environmental context
Located on Puget Sound, a biologically rich estuary, the shipyard must manage stormwater runoff and potential oil spills from tank operations. The facility's proximity to sensitive coastal habitats necessitates robust spill prevention and wastewater treatment measures, including oil-water separators and secondary containment for tanks. Compliance with the Clean Water Act and EPA's VGP ensures protection of local marine life.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1400 Farragut St, Bremerton, Washington 98314-5000, within Kitsap County on the Puget Sound.
It is a naval harbour facility providing maintenance, repair, and modernization for US Navy vessels, including tank operations for fuel storage and transfer.
The facility complies with the Clean Water Act, EPA's Vessel General Permit (VGP), and MARPOL Annex I for oil pollution prevention, with stormwater management and spill response plans.
The shipyard uses oil-water separators, secondary containment for tanks, and stormwater treatment systems to prevent pollution of Puget Sound, following US Navy environmental protocols.
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard is one of the largest naval shipyards in the US, critical for maintaining the Pacific Fleet's readiness, including aircraft carriers and submarines.
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