Overview
WATCO TRANSLOADING LLC - WTPS PORT OF MEMPHIS is an operational harbour facility in Memphis, Tennessee, handling transloading services. It serves as a key logistics hub on the Mississippi River.
WATCO TRANSLOADING LLC - WTPS PORT OF MEMPHIS is a harbour facility located at 1073 Channel Avenue in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee. The facility is operational and specializes in transloading services, connecting rail and barge transportation along the Mississippi River corridor. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks including the EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for stormwater management. As a transloading hub, it handles bulk commodities, requiring robust cargo handling and spill prevention measures typical of inland river ports. Situated on the Mississippi River, the facility plays a significant role in regional logistics, supporting industrial activity in Memphis. Its operations are subject to environmental oversight to manage stormwater runoff and potential impacts on the river ecosystem.
Environmental context
The facility is located on the Mississippi River, a major waterway with sensitive aquatic habitats. Transloading operations involve bulk commodities, necessitating careful stormwater and spill management to prevent contamination. The surrounding area includes industrial zones, and the facility must comply with EPA regulations to mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1073 Channel Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38113, USA, on the Mississippi River.
It is an operational harbour facility providing transloading services, transferring bulk commodities between rail and barge for inland distribution.
The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater management.
U.S. harbours must comply with the Clean Water Act, EPA VGP for vessel discharges, and NPDES permits for shoreside operations, along with MARPOL Annexes for international vessels.
The Port of Memphis is a major inland port on the Mississippi River, serving as a key logistics hub for bulk commodities and connecting rail, barge, and truck transportation.
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