Overview
ONEOK Hydrocarbon - Conway Underground Storage is a fuel terminal in Conway, Kansas, operating as a major underground storage facility for petroleum products. It serves the regional fuel infrastructure network.
ONEOK Hydrocarbon - Conway Underground Storage is a fuel terminal located in Conway, Kansas, within McPherson County. The facility operates as an underground storage site for hydrocarbon products, playing a key role in the regional fuel supply chain. Its location in the central United States positions it as a strategic hub for fuel distribution. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. As an underground storage facility, it likely employs secondary containment and leak detection systems to mitigate spill and vapor risks. The NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 493190 (Other Warehousing and Storage) indicate its dual role in storage and distribution. This terminal supports the energy infrastructure of the Midwest by providing storage capacity that helps balance supply and demand. Its underground storage design reduces surface environmental impact and enhances safety. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the regional fuel market.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of central Kansas, where the primary environmental concerns for fuel terminals include groundwater protection and vapor emissions. Underground storage reduces visual impact but requires robust leak detection to prevent soil and water contamination. The region's agricultural setting means nearby sensitive receptors include farmland and water resources, necessitating compliance with SPCC and UST regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 661 Highway 56, Conway, Kansas 67460, in McPherson County, United States.
It is a fuel terminal specializing in underground storage of hydrocarbon products, serving as a bulk petroleum storage and distribution point.
The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations including Underground Storage Tank (UST) rules and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements to prevent leaks and spills.
Underground storage reduces surface land use and visual impact, but requires advanced leak detection and secondary containment to protect groundwater and soil from contamination.
As a storage terminal, it helps balance fuel supply and demand in the Midwest, providing reserves for distribution to local markets and supporting energy infrastructure stability.
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