SFPP, L.P. (PORT COSTA DIG CA-98-100) - Oil Pipeline in Port Costa, California

SFPP, L.P. (PORT COSTA DIG CA-98-100) is an oil pipeline facility located at 9000 Carquinez Scenic Drive in Port Costa, Contra Costa County, California. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486110 for crude petroleum pipeline transportation. It is part of the Kinder Morgan SFPP system, which transports refined petroleum products across the western United States. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. Typical infrastructure includes pump stations, storage tanks, and pipeline segments with cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. The Port Costa location is strategically positioned near the Carquinez Strait, a key waterway for product distribution. This facility plays a critical role in the regional fuel supply chain, connecting refineries in the San Francisco Bay Area to distribution terminals. Its proximity to the Carquinez Strait and residential areas necessitates rigorous safety protocols, including leak detection systems and regular integrity assessments. The pipeline contributes to the energy infrastructure of Northern California, supporting transportation and industrial sectors.

The facility is located near the Carquinez Strait, a tidal waterway connecting San Francisco Bay to the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. This area supports diverse aquatic habitats and is important for migratory birds. Pipeline operations require careful monitoring to prevent spills that could impact water quality and sensitive ecosystems. The region is also seismically active, adding risk considerations for pipeline integrity and emergency response planning.