ALASKA PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTING INC - OIL TANKER TRUCK SPILL SITE: Refined Product Pipeline in Valdez, Alaska

ALASKA PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTING INC - OIL TANKER TRUCK SPILL SITE is a refined product pipeline facility situated at Milepost 48 on the Richardson Highway, approximately 48 miles northeast of Valdez, Alaska. This operational site is part of the broader pipeline infrastructure supporting petroleum distribution in the region. 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, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As a refined product pipeline, it handles petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, or jet fuel, requiring robust safety measures including cathodic protection and leak detection systems. Located in the Valdez-Cordova area, this site plays a role in the transportation of refined products from the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System terminus to interior Alaska. Its proximity to the Richardson Highway and remote terrain underscores the importance of spill prevention and emergency response planning in environmentally sensitive areas.

The facility is situated in a remote, mountainous region of Alaska near the Richardson Highway, with potential environmental sensitivities including nearby waterways and wildlife habitats. The transport of refined petroleum products poses risks of spills that could impact soil and water quality. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA requires spill response plans and regular inspections to mitigate these risks.