Overview
BP MP522.15 Scrapper Trap is a refined product pipeline facility in Athens, Alabama, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195 regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines.
BP MP522.15 Scrapper Trap is a refined product pipeline facility located at 8864 Cowford Rd., Athens, Limestone County, Alabama, United States. This operational facility is part of the extensive pipeline infrastructure that transports refined petroleum products across the region. 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 the safe transportation of hazardous liquids. As a scrapper trap, it is used for launching and receiving pipeline inspection gauges (pigs) to maintain pipeline integrity and ensure efficient product flow. The facility plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, supporting the distribution of refined products to markets in Alabama and neighboring states. Its location near Athens allows it to serve both local and regional demand, contributing to the reliability of the pipeline network in the southeastern United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Limestone County, Alabama, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate environmental risks. The pipeline transports refined products, which require careful monitoring to prevent leaks and protect local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
BP MP522.15 Scrapper Trap is located at 8864 Cowford Rd., Athens, Limestone County, Alabama, United States.
A scrapper trap, also known as a pig launcher or receiver, is used to insert and retrieve pipeline inspection gauges (pigs) for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of the pipeline interior.
This facility operates under the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which regulates hazardous liquid pipelines.
Refined product pipelines transport petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and kerosene from refineries to distribution terminals.
Pipeline integrity management involves regular inspections using smart pigs, cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, and compliance with PHMSA regulations to ensure safe operation and prevent leaks.
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