Overview
Keystone Gulf Coast Station 32C is an operational oil pipeline facility in Boley, Oklahoma, United States. It forms part of the Keystone pipeline system, a major crude oil transport network.
Keystone Gulf Coast Station 32C is an oil pipeline facility located in Boley, Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is part of the extensive Keystone pipeline system, which transports crude oil from Canada to refineries in the Gulf Coast region. As a station along this route, it plays a role in maintaining flow and pressure within the pipeline network. 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 Keystone system is one of the largest crude oil pipelines in North America, and Station 32C contributes to its operational integrity through monitoring and control functions. The Keystone pipeline system has been a subject of environmental and regulatory discussions due to its length and the nature of the commodity transported. Station 32C's location in rural Oklahoma reflects the pipeline's route through the central United States, connecting to major refining hubs. The facility supports energy infrastructure that serves refineries and markets across the Gulf Coast region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Oklahoma, near agricultural land and small communities. Pipeline operations in this region must consider proximity to waterways and groundwater resources. The transport of crude oil requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection measures to mitigate corrosion risks. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA standards ensures regular inspections and integrity management.
Frequently asked questions
Keystone Gulf Coast Station 32C is located near Boley, Oklahoma, United States, at approximately 0.48 miles south of E1080 Road/N3650 Road.
It is a station along the Keystone pipeline system, which transports crude oil from Canada to refineries in the Gulf Coast region. The station helps maintain pipeline pressure and flow.
Oil pipelines in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance of hazardous liquid pipelines.
The facility follows PHMSA safety regulations including cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, and leak detection systems. Emergency response plans are also required.
The Keystone pipeline system is a major crude oil transport network connecting Canadian oil sands to U.S. refineries. It plays a key role in North American energy infrastructure, though it has been subject to environmental debate.
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