ExxonMobil Pipeline Company LLC - Sugarland Pipeline Station/Terminal, St. James, Louisiana Oil Pipeline Infrastructure

ExxonMobil Pipeline Company LLC - Sugarland Pipeline Station/Terminal is an operational oil pipeline facility located at 6525 Dept of Energy Rd, St. James, Louisiana, United States. The facility is situated in St. James Parish, a region with significant pipeline infrastructure supporting the Gulf Coast energy sector. As an oil pipeline terminal, it plays a role in the transportation and storage 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 code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation. The facility is part of ExxonMobil's extensive pipeline network in Louisiana, a state with a dense concentration of pipelines due to its proximity to refineries and petrochemical plants. Environmentally, the facility's location near the Mississippi River and populated areas necessitates robust safety measures and cathodic protection systems to prevent leaks and corrosion. The terminal's role in the regional energy infrastructure supports the supply of petroleum products to downstream markets, contributing to the energy security of the Gulf Coast region.

The facility is located in St. James, Louisiana, an area with a high density of pipelines and industrial activity along the Mississippi River. The proximity to waterways and populated areas increases the importance of leak detection and corrosion prevention. The commodity transported (oil) poses risks of spills, which could impact local ecosystems and water resources. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA standards is critical for minimizing environmental hazards.