Garyville Asphalt Terminal - Refinery in Garyville, Louisiana, United States

Garyville Asphalt Terminal is a refinery located in Garyville, St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility operates as a terminal and refinery, focusing on asphalt production and other petroleum products. Its location along the Mississippi River provides access to crude oil supplies and product distribution networks. The refinery operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and the Clean Water Act. As a refining facility, it is subject to emissions controls and spill prevention requirements. The NAICS code 324110 indicates petroleum refining, which typically involves distillation, cracking, and blending processes. The facility's proximity to the Mississippi River and the Gulf Coast presents environmental considerations related to waterway protection and spill risk. As an asphalt terminal, its product mix includes heavy petroleum products, which have specific handling and storage requirements. The facility contributes to the regional infrastructure for road construction and industrial applications.

Located near the Mississippi River, the Garyville Asphalt Terminal operates in a region with significant water resources and sensitive ecosystems. The facility's asphalt production involves handling heavy hydrocarbons, which pose spill risks to waterways. Regulatory compliance under the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule and the Oil Pollution Act is critical for protecting the riverine environment. The surrounding area includes wetlands and agricultural lands that could be impacted by potential releases.