JEFFERSON EXXON SERVICE STATION Refinery, Wharton, New Jersey | Oil Infrastructure

JEFFERSON EXXON SERVICE STATION is a refinery situated at 265 Route 15 in Wharton, Morris County, New Jersey. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324110 (Petroleum Refineries) and 447110 (Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores), indicating a combined refining and retail operation. As a small-scale refinery in the northeastern United States, it serves local fuel demand within the regional market. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards and state-level New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regulations. Given its small scale, the refinery likely employs standard refining processes such as distillation and blending to produce gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products for retail sale at the attached service station. Environmental considerations for this facility include potential air emissions from refining operations and the risk of spills during fuel handling. The site is located inland in Morris County, away from major coastal areas, reducing the risk of marine pollution. The facility's dual role as a refinery and retail station underscores its importance in providing refined products directly to consumers in the Wharton area.

The refinery is situated in an inland area of New Jersey, reducing the risk of coastal oil spills but still subject to groundwater and soil contamination risks from fuel storage and handling. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and NJDEP ensures compliance with air quality standards and spill prevention measures. The facility's small scale and retail integration mean its environmental footprint is localized, with potential impacts on nearby residential and commercial zones.