Overview
Plains Marketing - Greeley Station (Crude Stor) is an operational oil pipeline facility in Tribune, Kansas, United States. It serves as a crude storage and pipeline hub within the regional infrastructure network.
Plains Marketing - Greeley Station (Crude Stor) is an oil pipeline facility located in Tribune, Greeley County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the storage and transportation of crude oil within the region. As part of the broader Plains Marketing network, it supports the movement of crude from 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 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. While specific technical specifications such as pipeline length or storage capacity are not detailed, the facility's NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation. In Kansas, oil pipeline infrastructure is integral to connecting the state's oil production to downstream facilities. Environmentally, the facility's location in rural western Kansas reduces proximity to dense populations, but its operation involves handling crude oil, which carries inherent risks of spills or leaks. The facility's role in crude storage and pipeline transport contributes to the regional energy supply chain, supporting local and national energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of western Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. The primary environmental considerations for oil pipeline facilities include potential spills affecting soil and groundwater, as well as impacts on local waterways. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation make protection of water resources critical. Cathodic protection systems and regular inspections are standard practices to mitigate corrosion-related risks.
Frequently asked questions
Plains Marketing - Greeley Station is located in Tribune, Greeley County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 38.690580, -102.021160.
It is an operational oil pipeline facility that provides crude oil storage and pipeline transportation services, connecting production areas to refineries and markets.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
Environmental risks include potential crude oil spills that could contaminate soil and water, impact wildlife, and require remediation. Facilities mitigate these risks through leak detection systems, cathodic protection, and regular inspections.
As part of Plains Marketing's infrastructure, it supports the transportation of crude oil from production regions in the central US to refineries and storage hubs, contributing to the nation's energy supply chain.
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