Overview
Shell Pipeline Company LP - Sorrento Dome Storage Facility is an operational oil pipeline facility in Sorrento, Louisiana, United States. It serves as a storage hub within the regional pipeline network.
Shell Pipeline Company LP - Sorrento Dome Storage Facility is an operational oil pipeline facility located at 7228 Hwy 3140 Ext in Sorrento, Louisiana, United States. Situated in Ascension County, this facility plays a key role in the regional oil pipeline infrastructure, supporting the storage and transport of crude oil and refined products. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. As a dome storage facility, it utilizes underground salt caverns for large-scale oil storage, a common technology in the Gulf Coast region due to the presence of suitable salt formations. The NAICS code 486110 indicates its classification as crude petroleum pipeline transportation. This facility contributes to the energy supply chain in the Gulf Coast, a major hub for U.S. oil production and refining. Its location near the Mississippi River and major pipeline corridors enhances its strategic importance for regional energy security and distribution.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with extensive pipeline infrastructure, near populated areas and waterways such as the Mississippi River. Spill risks associated with oil storage and transport are mitigated by PHMSA regulations requiring cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response plans. The surrounding environment includes wetlands and agricultural land, making spill prevention critical to protect local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 7228 Hwy 3140 Ext in Sorrento, Louisiana, United States, in Ascension County.
It is an operational oil pipeline storage facility that uses underground salt dome caverns for storing crude oil and refined products, supporting the regional pipeline network.
The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which covers hazardous liquid pipelines, including safety standards for storage and transport.
Salt dome storage is common in the Gulf Coast due to naturally occurring salt formations, providing secure, large-capacity storage for oil and gas products with low environmental impact when properly managed.
It provides critical storage capacity that helps balance supply and demand, supports refinery operations, and enhances energy security in the Gulf Coast region, a major hub for oil production and refining.
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