Minnesota Pipe Line Company, LLC - Clearbrook Station: Oil Pipeline Facility in Clearbrook, Minnesota

The Minnesota Pipe Line Company, LLC - Clearbrook Station is an oil pipeline facility located at 46729 179th Ave, Clearbrook, Minnesota, in Clearwater County. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the regional pipeline infrastructure for transporting crude oil or refined petroleum products. As a hazardous liquid pipeline facility, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195. The facility's NAICS codes (486110 and 48611) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum pipeline transportation. Typical operations include pumping, metering, and storage, with safety measures such as cathodic protection and leak detection systems. The Clearbrook Station plays a significant role in the regional energy supply chain, connecting production areas to refineries or distribution hubs. Its location in northern Minnesota places it within a network that supports the transport of crude oil from the Bakken formation and Canadian sources, contributing to the energy security of the Upper Midwest.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Clearwater County, Minnesota, near waterways and wetlands. Pipeline operations in this region require careful management to prevent spills that could impact local ecosystems. The commodity transported (crude oil or refined products) poses risks to soil and water quality if released. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate these risks through regular inspections and cathodic protection monitoring.