Overview
Shell Pipeline Co LP Carlyss Row 2 is an operational oil pipeline facility in Carlyss, Louisiana, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195 regulations.
Shell Pipeline Co LP Carlyss Row 2 is an oil pipeline facility located at 5680 Hwy 1133 in Carlyss, Louisiana, within Calcasieu County. As part of the extensive pipeline infrastructure in the United States, this facility plays a role in the transportation of crude oil or refined petroleum products. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486110 for pipeline transportation of crude oil. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. This regulatory framework ensures safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including requirements for cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response. The facility's location in Louisiana, a state with a dense network of pipelines serving the petrochemical industry, places it within a region of significant pipeline activity. Operationally, the facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure, supporting the transport of hydrocarbons to refineries and distribution centers. Its proximity to the Gulf Coast and major industrial corridors underscores its importance in the supply chain. The environmental context includes considerations of pipeline integrity and spill prevention, given the potential impacts on nearby waterways and communities.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Carlyss, Louisiana, near the Calcasieu River and the Gulf Coast, an area with sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Pipeline operations in this region require robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent spills that could affect wetlands and waterways. The commodity transported (oil) poses risks of environmental contamination, necessitating strict adherence to PHMSA regulations and spill response planning.
Frequently asked questions
Shell Pipeline Co LP Carlyss Row 2 is located at 5680 Hwy 1133 in Carlyss, Louisiana, United States, within Calcasieu County.
It is an oil pipeline facility that transports crude oil or refined petroleum products, operating under the regulatory framework of PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195.
Oil pipelines in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which covers design, construction, operation, maintenance, and spill response.
Environmental risks include potential oil spills that can contaminate soil and water, harm wildlife, and affect ecosystems. Mitigation measures include cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response plans.
Safety is ensured through compliance with PHMSA regulations, including regular inspections, cathodic protection monitoring, leak detection systems, and emergency preparedness protocols.
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