Tesoro High Plains Pipeline C Fuel Terminal in Keene, North Dakota

Tesoro High Plains Pipeline C is a fuel terminal located at 10731 32nd Street NW in Keene, McKenzie County, North Dakota. It is part of the High Plains Pipeline system, which transports petroleum products across the region. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 424710 for petroleum bulk stations and terminals. As a fuel terminal in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. These regulations require secondary containment, leak detection, and spill response plans to mitigate environmental risks. The facility's scale is typical for a regional distribution terminal in the Bakken oil-producing region. The terminal plays a key role in the local fuel supply chain, supporting transportation and industrial activities in northwestern North Dakota. Its location in McKenzie County places it within an area of active oil and gas production, contributing to the regional energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the community and downstream markets.

The facility is situated in McKenzie County, North Dakota, an area with significant oil and gas activity. The local environment includes prairie landscapes and the Missouri River watershed. Fuel terminals in this region must manage risks of spills and vapor releases, with secondary containment and monitoring systems required under EPA SPCC rules. Proximity to sensitive receptors such as water bodies and agricultural land necessitates robust environmental safeguards.