Glass Mountain Pipeline LLC / Alva Station - Oil Pipeline Facility in Alva, Oklahoma

Glass Mountain Pipeline LLC / Alva Station is an oil pipeline facility located in Alva, Woods County, Oklahoma. The facility is part of the broader Glass Mountain Pipeline system, which transports crude oil from the Mid-Continent region to the Gulf Coast. As a station along this pipeline, it plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure. 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. The pipeline system is designed to handle significant volumes of crude oil, with typical stations featuring pump units, storage tanks, and metering equipment to ensure safe and efficient transport. The Alva Station contributes to the connectivity of oil supply from Oklahoma's producing regions to major refining centers. Its location in a rural area near Highway 64 and N2470 Road minimizes proximity to dense populations, though it crosses agricultural land and waterways. The facility's operational status ensures continued support for regional energy distribution and economic activity.

The facility is situated in a rural area of northwestern Oklahoma, characterized by agricultural land and intermittent waterways. Pipeline operations in this region must manage risks related to soil erosion, groundwater protection, and potential spills affecting farmland. The commodity transported (crude oil) requires robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent environmental contamination. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate these risks.