Plains Pipeline, L.P. - Sidney Fuel Terminal | Nebraska Fuel Infrastructure

Plains Pipeline, L.P. - Sidney is a fuel terminal situated at 11712 US Highway 30 in Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska. The facility is operational and serves as a critical node in the Plains Pipeline network, handling the storage and distribution of petroleum products across the central United States. The terminal operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations mandate secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks associated with fuel storage and transfer. As part of the Plains Pipeline system, this terminal supports the regional fuel supply chain, serving local communities and industries in Nebraska and surrounding states. Its strategic location along US Highway 30 facilitates efficient distribution, contributing to the energy infrastructure of the Great Plains region.

The terminal is located in a semi-arid region of western Nebraska, where groundwater resources are vital for agriculture and municipal use. Spill or vapor releases from fuel storage and transfer operations could pose risks to local soils and water sources. The facility's compliance with EPA UST and SPCC regulations, including secondary containment and monitoring systems, is essential to prevent environmental contamination in this sensitive area.