Shelly Liquid Division Refinery, Gallipolis, Ohio | United States Oil Infrastructure

Shelly Liquid Division is a refinery located at 1400 State Route 7 North in Gallipolis, Gallia County, Ohio. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324110 (Petroleum Refineries), 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing), and 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals). As a refinery in the United States, it operates within the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and the Clean Water Act, with oversight from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The facility's location along the Ohio River places it in a region with significant industrial activity and transportation infrastructure. Refineries in this area typically process crude oil into gasoline, diesel, asphalt, and other petroleum products. The Nelson complexity index for such facilities can vary, but the presence of asphalt manufacturing suggests a moderate level of downstream integration. Environmental considerations for this facility include air emissions from refining processes, potential water discharges into the Ohio River, and management of hazardous wastes. The facility is subject to federal and state regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impact, including spill prevention and emergency response plans. Its role in the local economy includes supplying fuels and asphalt for construction and transportation in the Ohio Valley region.

The refinery is situated near the Ohio River, a major waterway that supports industrial transport and ecological habitats. Operations involve handling large volumes of crude oil and petroleum products, posing risks of spills or leaks that could affect water quality. Air emissions from refining processes, including volatile organic compounds and sulfur dioxide, are regulated under the Clean Air Act. The facility's asphalt production also involves emissions of particulate matter and potential odor issues. Local environmental monitoring and compliance with EPA standards are critical to mitigating these impacts.