EIGER OPERATING - CENTRAL STATION (AIR) - Oil Pipeline Facility in Hugoton, Kansas

EIGER OPERATING - CENTRAL STATION (AIR) is an oil pipeline facility located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a central station for oil pipeline operations in the region. As part of the U.S. pipeline infrastructure, it contributes to the transportation of crude oil or refined petroleum products. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. The NAICS codes 486110 (Crude Petroleum Pipelines) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) suggest the facility may handle both crude oil and natural gas liquids. Pipeline infrastructure in Kansas is integral to connecting production areas in the Midcontinent region to refineries and distribution hubs. Environmental considerations for oil pipelines include the risk of spills and leaks, which can impact soil and water resources. The facility's location in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, near the Oklahoma and Texas borders, places it in a region with significant oil and gas activity. Proper cathodic protection and regular inspections are essential to maintain integrity and minimize environmental risks.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid agricultural region of southwestern Kansas, where groundwater from the Ogallala Aquifer is a critical resource. Pipeline spills could potentially contaminate soil and groundwater, affecting local farming communities. The area is also prone to occasional severe weather, including tornadoes, which could pose operational risks. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate these environmental concerns.