EQUILON PIPELINE - VALLEY CENTER STATION (CRUDE STOR) - Oil Pipeline Facility in Valley Center, Kansas

EQUILON PIPELINE - VALLEY CENTER STATION (CRUDE STOR) is an operational oil pipeline facility located at 1901 E 77th St N, Valley Center, Kansas, in Sedgwick County. The facility is part of the broader Equilon Pipeline system, which handles crude oil storage and transportation. As a crude oil storage station, it plays a key role in the midstream segment of the petroleum supply chain, connecting production areas to refineries and markets. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as a crude petroleum pipeline transportation operation. The facility's location in the Mid-Continent region suggests it supports the movement of crude oil from the Permian Basin and other domestic sources. Environmental and operational significance includes the facility's role in maintaining crude oil supply stability for the region. The station's proximity to populated areas and waterways necessitates robust safety and spill prevention measures. As part of the national pipeline grid, it contributes to energy security and economic activity in Kansas, a state with significant petroleum infrastructure.

The facility is located in Valley Center, Kansas, a semi-rural area near Wichita. The region's environmental context includes proximity to the Arkansas River and agricultural lands. Pipeline infrastructure in this area must address risks related to soil and water contamination from potential leaks. The facility's crude oil storage and transfer operations require adherence to spill prevention and cathodic protection standards to mitigate corrosion and environmental impact.