Mid Valley Pipeline Company, Abbeville Station - Oil Pipeline Facility in Oxford, Mississippi

Mid Valley Pipeline Company, Abbeville Station is an oil pipeline facility located at 349 County Road 103 in Oxford, Lafayette County, Mississippi. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the Mid Valley Pipeline system, which transports petroleum products across the region. Its location in northern Mississippi places it within a network serving refineries and distribution terminals in the Gulf Coast and Midwest. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As an oil pipeline station, it includes pumping, metering, and valve infrastructure to maintain flow and pressure. The NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation, a sector characterized by extensive safety and integrity management programs. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to local waterways and populated areas in Lafayette County. Pipeline operators are required to implement spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to minimize corrosion risks. The station contributes to the reliable supply of petroleum products to downstream markets, supporting regional energy infrastructure and economic activity.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Lafayette County, near the Yocona River watershed. Oil pipeline operations in this region require careful management to protect local water resources and ecosystems. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection, corrosion control, and emergency response plans to mitigate environmental risks from potential spills.