Red Hill Underground Fuel Storage Facility
The Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility is a military fuel storage facility in Hawaii. Operated by the United States Navy, Red Hill supports U.S. military operations in the Pacific.
| Red Hill | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility |
| Location | Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S. |
| Purpose | Store fuel for use at Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam to refuel ships, aircraft, etc. |
| Status | In use |
| Construction began | 1940 |
| Opening date | 1943 |
| Construction cost | $42.2 million (1943) |
| Owner(s) | United States Government |
| Operator(s) | U.S. Navy |
Civil Engineering Landmark Designated in 1995 American Society of Civil Engineers | |
As of March 7, 2022, the Department of Defense announced the planned closure of the Red Hill facility, due to reduced military need and water contamination issues.
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