MRP Properties Facility 9145 - Refinery in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota

MRP Properties Facility 9145 is a refinery situated at 6830 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, in Hennepin County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324110 (Petroleum Refineries) and 032411 (support activities for oil and gas operations). As a refinery in the United States, it is subject to federal and state environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Refinery MACT standards for air emissions and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for water discharges. In Minnesota, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) oversees state-level compliance. The refinery's scale is typical of smaller or medium-sized facilities in the region, focusing on processing crude oil into various petroleum products. Located in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, the refinery serves local and regional demand for fuels and other petroleum products. Its proximity to urban centers and transportation infrastructure highlights its role in the regional energy supply chain. Environmental considerations include managing emissions, wastewater treatment, and spill prevention measures to protect local water resources and air quality.

The refinery is situated in an urban area near the Mississippi River, which is a major waterway. Operations involve handling large volumes of crude oil and petroleum products, posing risks of spills and emissions. The facility must comply with EPA regulations for air quality, including the Refinery MACT, and water discharge permits under the Clean Water Act. Spill prevention and response plans are critical to protect the surrounding community and environment.