Overview
PLAINS MARKETING - EUBANKS STATION (CRUDE STOR) is an operational oil pipeline facility in Haskell County, Kansas, United States, serving crude storage and transport.
PLAINS MARKETING - EUBANKS STATION (CRUDE STOR) is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Haskell County, Kansas, United States. It is part of the Plains Marketing network, which manages crude oil storage and pipeline infrastructure in the region. The facility plays a role in the midstream sector, connecting production areas to refineries and markets. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. As a crude storage station, it provides essential buffer capacity for pipeline throughput, helping to balance supply and demand. The facility's location in Kansas places it within a key corridor for crude oil movements from the Permian Basin and other producing regions. Environmentally, the facility's proximity to agricultural areas and waterways in Haskell County necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems. Its role in crude storage supports regional energy infrastructure but requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks. The facility contributes to the reliability of crude supply chains in the central United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Haskell County, Kansas, an area characterized by agricultural land and intermittent waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to soil erosion and potential groundwater contamination. The storage of crude oil requires secondary containment and leak detection systems to protect local ecosystems. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA standards ensures regular inspections and maintenance of cathodic protection to prevent corrosion-related failures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Haskell County, Kansas, United States, near the town of Eubanks Station.
It is an operational crude oil storage and pipeline facility that stores and transports crude oil as part of Plains Marketing's midstream network.
The facility is regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
Crude storage stations provide buffer capacity to balance supply and demand, ensuring steady pipeline flow and operational flexibility during disruptions.
The facility uses cathodic protection, leak detection systems, and secondary containment to prevent spills and corrosion, in compliance with PHMSA regulations.
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