Overview
ILLINOIS EXTENSION PIPELINE CO LLC operates an oil pipeline in Vernon, Illinois, United States. The facility is part of the country's extensive pipeline infrastructure for crude petroleum transportation.
ILLINOIS EXTENSION PIPELINE CO LLC is an operational oil pipeline facility located at 1528 DICKY POND RD in Vernon, Marion County, Illinois, United States. The facility falls under NAICS code 486110, which covers crude petroleum pipeline transportation. As part of the U.S. pipeline network, it plays a role in the movement of oil across the Midwest region. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and must comply with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. Typical oil pipelines in this region are constructed from steel with cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion. The pipeline's age and specific technical specifications are not detailed, but industry standards require regular integrity management and leak detection systems. Located in a rural area of south-central Illinois, the pipeline contributes to the regional energy infrastructure. Its proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust safety measures. The facility supports the broader U.S. oil supply chain, connecting production areas to refineries and distribution hubs.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses a rural landscape in Marion County, Illinois, characterized by agricultural land and scattered water bodies. Proximity to waterways such as the Kaskaskia River requires careful monitoring to prevent potential spills. The commodity transported (crude oil) poses risks to soil and water resources if released. Cathodic protection systems are essential to mitigate corrosion-related leaks. Regular PHMSA inspections and emergency response plans are critical for environmental protection.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1528 DICKY POND RD, Vernon, Marion County, Illinois, United States, with coordinates 38.786819, -89.071412.
It operates an oil pipeline for crude petroleum transportation, classified under NAICS code 486110.
Oil pipelines are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection for corrosion prevention, regular integrity inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans as required by PHMSA.
The rural setting with agricultural land and nearby waterways means a spill could impact soil and water resources. PHMSA regulations mandate spill prevention and response measures to mitigate these risks.
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