Overview
MT POSO TANK FARM is an operational refinery in Oildale, California, United States. It operates under US EPA CAA Refinery MACT and BSEE offshore regulations.
MT POSO TANK FARM is a refinery located in Oildale, Kern County, California, United States. As a refinery in the oil infrastructure sector, it processes crude oil into various petroleum products. The facility is operational and situated in a region with significant oil and gas activity. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards, which set emission limits for hazardous air pollutants. Additionally, if the facility has offshore components, it would be subject to Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) regulations. The NAICS code 324110 indicates petroleum refining, which typically involves complex processes such as distillation, cracking, and reforming. MT POSO TANK FARM plays a role in the local and regional energy supply chain. Its location in Kern County places it within a major oil-producing region of California. The facility's operational status contributes to the economic activity and energy infrastructure of the area, supporting downstream industries and transportation fuel needs.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Kern County, California, an area with significant oil production and refining activity. The local environmental context includes potential risks associated with air emissions, water usage, and spill hazards typical of refinery operations. Regulatory oversight under the US EPA CAA Refinery MACT aims to control hazardous air pollutants, while MARPOL Annex I may apply to any marine-related operations. The facility's coastal proximity (California coast) adds considerations for spill prevention and response.
Frequently asked questions
MT POSO TANK FARM is located in Oildale, Kern County, California, United States, with the postcode 93308.
MT POSO TANK FARM is a refinery, which processes crude oil into petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
MT POSO TANK FARM is currently operational.
Refineries in the US must comply with the EPA Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards for air emissions, as well as other federal and state environmental regulations. Offshore components may also fall under BSEE jurisdiction.
NAICS code 324110 corresponds to petroleum refining, which includes establishments that refine crude oil into petroleum products. This code indicates the primary activity of MT POSO TANK FARM.
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