Overview
Marathon Catlettsburg Refinery is an operational oil refinery in Catlettsburg, Kentucky, processing crude oil into petroleum products. It is a key industrial facility in the Ohio River Valley region.
The Marathon Catlettsburg Refinery is a major oil refining facility located in Catlettsburg, Kentucky, along the Ohio River. As part of Marathon Petroleum Corporation, it plays a significant role in the regional energy infrastructure, supplying gasoline, diesel, and other refined products to the Midwest and Southeast United States. The refinery operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards and the Clean Water Act. Its location on the Ohio River necessitates compliance with spill prevention and response regulations. The facility's Nelson complexity index is typical for a medium-to-large refinery, reflecting its ability to process a variety of crude feedstocks. Environmental considerations include air emissions from refining processes and potential water impacts from stormwater runoff and wastewater discharges. The refinery's proximity to the Ohio River requires robust containment and monitoring systems to prevent spills. The facility contributes to local employment and the regional economy while adhering to federal and state environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The refinery is situated in the Ohio River Valley, an area with a history of industrial activity. The Ohio River is a major waterway, and the facility must manage risks of accidental releases through spill prevention plans and secondary containment. Air quality in the region is subject to EPA National Ambient Air Quality Standards, and the refinery controls emissions of volatile organic compounds and sulfur dioxide through permitted equipment and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
The Marathon Catlettsburg Refinery is located at 11631 US-23 in Catlettsburg, Kentucky, in Boyd County, along the Ohio River.
The refinery produces gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, and other petroleum products for distribution in the Midwest and Southeast United States.
The specific capacity in barrels per day is not publicly disclosed, but it is considered a medium-to-large refinery by industry standards.
The refinery must comply with the U.S. EPA's Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards, Clean Water Act requirements, and spill prevention regulations under the Oil Pollution Act.
The facility implements Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans, secondary containment, and regular inspections to prevent and respond to potential oil spills into the Ohio River.
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