Overview
EL PASO MERCHANT ENERGY-PETROLEUM CO - EL DORADO TERMINAL is an operational refinery in El Dorado, Kansas, United States. It operates under EPA CAA Refinery MACT and BSEE offshore regulations.
EL PASO MERCHANT ENERGY-PETROLEUM CO - EL DORADO TERMINAL is a refinery located at 1835 N Topeka St, El Dorado, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324110 (Petroleum Refineries), 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing), and 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals). As a refinery in the United States, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore-related activities. The facility operates within the framework of the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards, which set emission limits for hazardous air pollutants. Additionally, compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) governs waste management practices. The refinery's scale is typical for a mid-continent facility, processing crude oil into various petroleum products. Located in Butler County, Kansas, the refinery contributes to the regional energy supply and local economy. Its operational status ensures ongoing production of fuels and other petroleum derivatives. The facility's environmental management includes spill prevention and response measures, aligning with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Environmental context
The refinery's location in Kansas places it in a region with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. The facility's operations involve refining complexity typical of mid-continent refineries, with potential risks associated with air emissions and wastewater discharge. Coastal siting and spill risk are less relevant due to its inland location, but downstream product mix includes gasoline, diesel, and asphalt, which require careful handling and storage to prevent environmental contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1835 N Topeka St, El Dorado, Kansas 67042, United States.
It is an operational refinery that processes crude oil into petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and asphalt.
Refineries in the US must comply with EPA CAA Refinery MACT standards for air emissions, RCRA for waste management, and BSEE regulations for offshore-related activities.
Potential risks include air emissions of hazardous pollutants, wastewater discharge, and spills of petroleum products. The facility is subject to spill prevention and response regulations.
The facility operates under NAICS codes 324110 (Petroleum Refineries), 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing), and 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals).
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