RADCLIFF ECONOMY MARINE SERVICES INC - Oil Pipeline Facility in Mobile, Alabama

RADCLIFF ECONOMY MARINE SERVICES INC is an oil pipeline facility situated on Blakely Island at 115 Cochrane Causeway in Mobile, Alabama. This operational facility is part of the United States' extensive pipeline infrastructure network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The facility's location in Mobile, a major Gulf Coast port city, positions it within a key hub for petroleum product movement. The facility operates under NAICS code 486110, which covers crude petroleum pipeline transportation. As an oil pipeline facility, it is subject to PHMSA's safety regulations including requirements for corrosion control, emergency response plans, and integrity management programs. The facility's location on Blakely Island near the Mobile River and Mobile Bay places it in an area with significant waterway proximity, which is a key risk factor considered in pipeline safety management. This facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure by supporting the transportation of crude oil and petroleum products. The Mobile area is home to numerous refineries and petrochemical plants, making pipeline connectivity critical for the local industrial economy. The facility's operational status indicates it plays an active role in the supply chain, though specific throughput volumes and pipeline specifications are not publicly available in this record.

The facility is located on Blakely Island in Mobile Bay, an ecologically sensitive estuarine environment. Proximity to waterways like the Mobile River and Mobile Bay increases the potential environmental impact of any pipeline release. The region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for fisheries and wildlife. Pipeline operators in such areas must implement robust spill prevention and response measures to protect water quality and habitats.