Overview
Plains Pipeline LP-Robinson Lake Station is an operational oil pipeline facility in New Town, North Dakota, serving the Bakken region. It is part of a major crude oil transportation network regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 195.
Plains Pipeline LP-Robinson Lake Station is an oil pipeline facility located at 4498 Highway 8 in New Town, Mountrail County, North Dakota. The facility is operational and plays a key role in transporting crude oil from the Bakken shale formation to downstream markets. As part of the Plains Pipeline network, it contributes to the region's significant oil production infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. The NAICS codes 211130 (crude petroleum extraction) and 486110 (crude oil pipeline transportation) indicate its dual role in extraction and transport. Typical pipeline stations in this region include pump stations, storage tanks, and metering equipment to manage flow and pressure. The Robinson Lake Station is situated in a rural area near the Missouri River and Lake Sakakawea, which are important water resources. The facility's operations are subject to environmental monitoring to prevent spills and protect local ecosystems. Its strategic location supports the efficient movement of crude oil, contributing to energy supply stability in the United States.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Mountrail County, North Dakota, near the Missouri River and Lake Sakakawea, a major reservoir. The region's cold climate and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles can affect pipeline integrity. Proximity to waterways necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion risks. The Bakken formation's high-volatile crude oil requires careful handling to reduce vapor release and fire hazards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 4498 Highway 8 in New Town, Mountrail County, North Dakota, USA.
It is an operational oil pipeline station that transports crude oil from the Bakken shale formation, including pumping, metering, and storage operations.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Typical measures include cathodic protection against corrosion, leak detection systems, emergency shutdown valves, and regular inspections to prevent spills.
The Bakken region is a major crude oil producing area, requiring extensive pipeline networks to transport oil to refineries, making facilities like Robinson Lake Station critical for energy supply.
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