PLAINS MARKETING - HEALY STATION (CRUDE STOR) - Oil Pipeline Facility in Healy, Kansas

PLAINS MARKETING - HEALY STATION (CRUDE STOR) is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Healy, Kansas, United States. Situated in Lane County, this facility plays a key role in the regional crude oil transportation and storage network, supporting the movement of petroleum products across the central United States. 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. As a crude storage station, it is integral to the Plains Marketing system, which manages extensive pipeline and storage assets in the region. The facility's NAICS code 486110 indicates its classification as a crude petroleum pipeline transportation operation. Healy Station contributes to the stability and efficiency of the regional energy supply chain by providing storage capacity that helps balance supply and demand. Its location in Kansas places it within a network of pipelines that connect production areas in the Midcontinent to refineries and markets, supporting energy security and economic activity in the region.

The facility is located in a rural area of western Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. Pipeline infrastructure in this region typically traverses farmland and grasslands, with potential environmental considerations including soil erosion, waterway crossings, and wildlife habitat. The transport of crude oil requires robust spill prevention and response measures, with PHMSA regulations mandating leak detection, cathodic protection, and regular inspections to minimize environmental risks.