Overview
Sequoyah Trading & Transport - Valley Center Storage (Crude) is an operational oil pipeline facility in Valley Center, Kansas, United States. It serves as a crude oil storage and transport hub within the regional pipeline network.
Sequoyah Trading & Transport - Valley Center Storage (Crude) is an operational oil pipeline facility located in Valley Center, Kansas, United States. Situated in Sedgwick County, this facility is part of the extensive crude oil pipeline infrastructure that supports the movement and storage of petroleum products across the central United States. The facility's NAICS code 486110 indicates its classification as a crude oil pipeline operation. 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. While specific technical specifications such as pipeline length or storage capacity are not detailed, the facility's role in crude oil storage and transport is typical of midstream infrastructure in the region. Kansas is a key state for oil pipeline networks, connecting production areas to refineries and distribution centers. Environmentally, the facility's location in Valley Center, near populated areas and waterways, necessitates robust safety and spill prevention measures. The crude oil commodity transported poses inherent risks, and the facility's age and cathodic protection systems are critical for maintaining pipeline integrity. As part of the national pipeline grid, this facility contributes to energy supply reliability while requiring ongoing regulatory compliance and community safety planning.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Valley Center, Kansas, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land use. Proximity to the Arkansas River and other waterways increases the potential environmental impact of any spill. The crude oil transported requires careful monitoring of pipeline integrity, including cathodic protection and leak detection systems. Local environmental considerations include soil and groundwater protection, as well as emergency response planning for the surrounding community.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Valley Center, Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.801300, -97.362800.
It is an operational crude oil pipeline facility that provides storage and transport services for crude oil as part of the regional pipeline infrastructure.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which sets safety standards for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Key risk factors include proximity to populated areas and waterways, pipeline age, corrosion protection effectiveness, and the hazardous nature of crude oil. Regulatory compliance and regular inspections help mitigate these risks.
As a crude oil storage and transport hub, it supports the movement of petroleum from production areas to refineries and markets, enhancing energy supply reliability in the central United States.
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