JAYHAWK PIPELINE - LATON STATION (CRUDE STOR) - Oil Pipeline Facility in Osborne, Kansas

JAYHAWK PIPELINE - LATON STATION (CRUDE STOR) is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Osborne, Kansas, United States. The facility functions as a crude storage station within the broader Jayhawk Pipeline network, which transports crude oil across the region. Its location in Osborne County places it within a rural area of north-central Kansas, a region with significant pipeline infrastructure supporting the energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As a crude storage station, it plays a key role in the pipeline system by providing temporary storage capacity, which helps manage flow and supply fluctuations. The facility's NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation. Environmentally, the facility's rural setting reduces immediate population density risks, but its proximity to agricultural land and waterways requires careful monitoring. The storage of crude oil necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion and potential leaks. The facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure, supporting crude oil transport from production areas to refineries.

The facility is situated in a rural agricultural area of north-central Kansas, with the nearest waterway being the Saline River approximately 10 miles south. The region's semi-arid climate and flat terrain reduce some environmental risks, but the storage of crude oil poses potential threats to soil and groundwater in the event of a leak. Typical PHMSA regulations require regular integrity assessments and corrosion control measures.