Overview
The Badami & Point Thomson Pipeline System Terminus in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, is an operational oil pipeline facility on the North Slope, a key region for U.S. crude oil production.
The Badami & Point Thomson Pipeline System Terminus is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, within the North Slope region. This facility serves as a terminus for pipelines transporting crude oil from the Badami and Point Thomson fields, contributing to Alaska's significant oil production infrastructure. The site is situated in a remote Arctic environment, with coordinates 70.254705° N, 148.028408° W. As an oil pipeline terminus, the facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT), specifically 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The North Slope is home to extensive pipeline networks, including the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System, and this terminus plays a role in gathering and transporting crude oil from satellite fields. The facility's NAICS code 486110 indicates it is part of the crude petroleum pipeline transportation sector. The environmental context of the North Slope includes permafrost terrain, sensitive tundra ecosystems, and proximity to the Arctic Ocean. Pipeline operations in this region require careful management of thermal impacts on permafrost and spill prevention measures. The facility's role in connecting remote production areas to larger pipeline systems underscores its importance to Alaska's energy infrastructure and the broader U.S. oil supply chain.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Arctic tundra of Alaska's North Slope, an ecologically sensitive region underlain by permafrost. Oil pipeline operations here must address challenges such as maintaining permafrost stability, preventing spills in fragile ecosystems, and managing wildlife impacts. The proximity to the Arctic Ocean and coastal habitats adds further environmental considerations for spill response and protection of marine resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, on the North Slope, with coordinates 70.254705° N, 148.028408° W.
It serves as a terminus for oil pipelines transporting crude oil from the Badami and Point Thomson fields, connecting them to larger pipeline networks.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA and DOT regulations, specifically 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines, ensuring safety and environmental protection.
Key concerns include permafrost degradation, spill risks to tundra and marine ecosystems, and wildlife disturbance, requiring robust monitoring and mitigation measures.
It plays a role in gathering crude oil from satellite fields on the North Slope, supporting the region's role as a major U.S. oil production hub.
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