Overview
Plains Pipeline - Buckeye Station (Crude Stor) is an operational oil pipeline facility in Hays, Kansas, United States. It serves as a crude oil storage and pipeline hub within the regional energy infrastructure.
Plains Pipeline - Buckeye Station (Crude Stor) is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Hays, Ellis County, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of the extensive Plains Pipeline network, which transports crude oil across the central United States. As a storage and pipeline station, it plays a key role in the regional crude oil logistics chain. 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. The NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation. While specific technical specifications such as pipeline length or storage capacity are not publicly available, the facility's location in Kansas places it within a major crude oil transit corridor connecting production areas in the Midcontinent to refining centers. Environmental and operational significance includes its role in maintaining supply reliability for crude oil markets. The facility's proximity to Hays and surrounding communities necessitates adherence to safety protocols and emergency response planning. Its storage capabilities help buffer supply fluctuations, supporting downstream refineries and regional energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Kansas, characterized by agricultural land use and low population density. Proximity to waterways and groundwater aquifers requires careful management of spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion risks. The crude oil commodity transported poses potential environmental hazards, necessitating robust containment and monitoring measures.
Frequently asked questions
Plains Pipeline - Buckeye Station is located in Hays, Ellis County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 39.008790 N, -99.306940 W.
It is an operational crude oil pipeline facility that provides storage and transportation services for crude oil as part of the Plains Pipeline network.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans compliant with PHMSA regulations.
The facility provides crude oil storage and pipeline connectivity, helping to balance supply and demand and ensuring reliable delivery to refineries in the Midcontinent region.
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