ANDEAVOR HIGH PLAINS PIPELINE COMPANY LLC - WATFORD CITY PIPE YARD SHOP: Oil Pipeline Facility in North Dakota

ANDEAVOR HIGH PLAINS PIPELINE COMPANY LLC - WATFORD CITY PIPE YARD SHOP is an operational oil pipeline facility located at 3501 4th Ave NE, Watford City, North Dakota. It serves as a pipe yard and shop for the High Plains Pipeline system, which is a key component of crude oil gathering and transportation infrastructure in the Bakken shale formation. The facility is situated in McKenzie County, a central area for oil production in the state. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. As a pipe yard and shop, it supports pipeline maintenance, storage, and operational activities. The NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation, reflecting its role in the midstream oil sector. The Watford City pipe yard is strategically located to serve the High Plains Pipeline network, which connects production areas to downstream refineries and markets. This facility contributes to the efficient transport of crude oil from the Bakken region, supporting energy supply chains and local economic activity. Its operational status ensures ongoing support for pipeline integrity and logistics in a major oil-producing area.

The facility is located in the Bakken shale region, an area with extensive oil and gas development. Proximity to the Little Missouri River and Lake Sakakawea raises considerations for waterway protection and spill prevention. Pipeline infrastructure in this region is subject to PHMSA regulations requiring cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response plans to mitigate environmental risks associated with crude oil transport.