Hiland Crude - Manitou Station: Oil Pipeline Facility in Ross, North Dakota

Hiland Crude - Manitou Station is an oil pipeline facility located at 6384 93rd Avenue NW, Site B, in Ross, Mountrail County, North Dakota. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional crude oil transportation network, connecting production areas to downstream markets. As a crude oil pipeline station, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. The station is part of the extensive pipeline infrastructure in the Bakken shale region, where crude oil gathering and transmission are critical for energy distribution. The facility contributes to the efficient movement of crude oil from North Dakota's oil fields, supporting the energy supply chain. Its location in a rural area near Ross minimizes proximity to dense populations, though pipeline integrity management and spill prevention remain key operational priorities.

The facility is situated in the Bakken region of North Dakota, an area with active oil production. Pipeline operations in this region must manage risks related to soil and water contamination from potential leaks. The facility's proximity to agricultural land and waterways necessitates robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to protect local ecosystems.