The Depot

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The Depot is a 24-hour independent gas station and convenience store located in Rimforest, California.

Rimforest, California, USA

About The Depot

The Depot is a locally operated gas station and convenience store in Rimforest, California, serving drivers and Mountain communities along Highway 18 near Lake Arrowhead. Listed in business directories as “Depot Inc” and categorized under gas stations, it operates 24 hours a day and is commonly referred to as “The Depot.”([yellowpages.com](https://www.yellowpages.com/rimforest-ca/mip/depot-inc-11311823)) In addition to fuel, it typically offers standard c‑store items such as snacks, drinks, and basic automotive supplies for travelers and local residents.

A charge from “THE DEPOT 3 RIM FOREST CA” on a bank or Visa statement most likely represents a fuel purchase or in-store convenience items made at one of The Depot’s fuel pumps or registers; the “3” is probably an internal store/terminal identifier rather than part of the brand name. Transactions may appear as pay‑at‑pump charges, inside-the-store purchases, or small preauthorization holds if you used a card at the pump. These holds can differ from the final settled amount, especially when using debit or credit cards at gas pumps.

If you’re unsure about a charge, start by checking any receipts from recent fuel stops around Rimforest or the Lake Arrowhead area and compare the date, time, and amount to your statement. You can also contact the station directly using the phone number listed in online business directories for Depot Inc and ask staff to look up the transaction by date, time, and amount. If you still don’t recognize the charge or suspect fraud, contact your card issuer to dispute the transaction and request a new card if necessary.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to The Depot.

  1. POS DEBIT Card Ending in 8097 THE DEPOT 3 RIM FOREST CAUS0015

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my statement show “THE DEPOT 3 RIM FOREST CAUS0015”?

This descriptor refers to The Depot gas station in Rimforest, California. The number “3” and trailing code (CAUS0015) are likely internal station or terminal identifiers used by the payment processor, not separate locations or companies.

Why is the amount I see from The Depot different from what the gas pump showed at the time?

Gas stations often place a temporary authorization hold for a fixed amount (for example, $50–$150) when you pay at the pump. After the transaction settles, this hold is replaced by the actual purchase total, which may be lower. The initial higher amount usually disappears within a few business days.

Can The Depot place multiple small charges on my card for one gas purchase?

You may see an initial small test or preauthorization charge and then a separate final charge for the full fuel amount, especially if your bank or card network uses low-value checks. The smaller authorization should reverse automatically; only the final settled amount should remain after a few days.

How can I get a copy of my receipt from The Depot?

If you need a receipt, contact The Depot using the phone number listed for Depot Inc in business directories and provide the date, approximate time, and amount of the transaction, along with the last four digits of your card. They may be able to reprint or verify the purchase from their point-of-sale system.

Does The Depot run recurring or subscription charges?

No, as a gas station and convenience store, The Depot’s transactions are typically one‑time purchases for fuel or in‑store items. If you see repeated charges you don’t recognize, contact the station and your card issuer to investigate possible card misuse.

Why do I see a pending charge from The Depot that hasn’t posted yet?

Pending charges from The Depot usually represent preauthorizations from using a card at the pump. These can remain in pending status until the station submits the final amount—often within 1–3 business days. If a pending hold remains longer or never matches a real purchase, your bank can release it after their standard hold period.

How do I dispute a charge from The Depot that I don’t recognize?

First, confirm that no one in your household used your card at The Depot around the transaction date. If it’s still unfamiliar, call your card issuer using the number on the back of your card to open a dispute and, if needed, request a replacement card. You may also call the station to see if they can locate the transaction in their system.

Can I pay inside instead of at the pump at The Depot to avoid large holds?

Yes. Paying inside with a card or cash usually avoids the higher automated fuel dispenser hold amounts and immediately charges only the exact purchase total, which can reduce confusion from temporary authorizations on your statement.

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