Plains Pipeline - Eston Station (Crude Stor) - Ness City, Kansas Oil Pipeline Facility

Plains Pipeline - Eston Station (Crude Stor) is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Ness City, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of the broader Plains Pipeline network, which transports crude oil across the central United States. As a crude storage station, it plays a key role in the regional pipeline infrastructure, supporting the movement of petroleum products. 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. The NAICS code 486110 indicates it is classified as crude petroleum pipeline transportation. The facility's location in Kansas places it within a major oil-producing and transit region. Environmentally, the station's proximity to rural areas and potential waterways requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems. As part of the Plains Pipeline network, it contributes to the reliable supply of crude oil to refineries and markets, supporting energy infrastructure in the central United States.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Ness County, Kansas, where the primary environmental considerations include potential impacts on local groundwater and soil from crude oil storage and pipeline operations. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate careful management of spill risks and corrosion protection. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate environmental hazards.