Western Refining Terminals LLC - Cottage Grove Refinery | Minnesota Oil Infrastructure

Western Refining Terminals LLC - Cottage Grove is a refinery located in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, United States. The facility is situated at 85th St & Granada Ave and operates within the petroleum refining sector, classified under NAICS codes 324110 and 324199. As a refinery in the Midwest, it plays a role in the regional supply chain for refined petroleum products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and other applicable environmental regulations. Refineries in the United States are subject to stringent emissions controls and safety protocols. The Cottage Grove refinery likely processes crude oil into various products such as gasoline, diesel, and other petrochemicals, typical of medium-scale refineries in the region. The refinery's location in Minnesota places it within a network of pipelines and transportation infrastructure serving the Upper Midwest. Its operational status contributes to the local economy and energy supply. Environmental considerations include air quality management and spill prevention measures, in line with EPA and state regulations.

The refinery is located in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, near the Mississippi River, which raises considerations for water resource protection and spill risk. The facility operates under EPA regulations including the Refinery MACT for air emissions and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. Local environmental context includes potential impacts on air quality and groundwater, managed through permits and monitoring programs.