Broadway L316-L523 Connector Buckeye Pipeline Project - Cuyahoga Heights, Ohio Refined Product Pipeline

The Broadway L316-L523 Connector Buckeye Pipeline Project is a refined product pipeline located at 4850 E 49th St, Cuyahoga Heights, Ohio, United States. This facility is part of the broader Buckeye pipeline network, which is a major transporter of petroleum products in the Midwest and Northeast. The pipeline 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 refined product pipeline, this facility is designed to transport gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products. The connector links the L316 and L523 pipeline segments, enhancing the flexibility and capacity of the regional distribution system. The pipeline infrastructure in Ohio is extensive, with many pipelines crossing the state due to its strategic location for refining and distribution hubs. The Broadway L316-L523 Connector plays a critical role in ensuring a reliable supply of refined products to the Cleveland metropolitan area and beyond. By connecting major pipeline segments, it helps maintain the efficiency and resilience of the regional fuel network. The facility's location in an industrial area of Cuyahoga Heights supports local economic activity and energy security.

The pipeline is situated in an industrial area of Cuyahoga Heights, near the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. Proximity to waterways and populated areas requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion risks. The commodity transported (refined petroleum products) poses potential environmental hazards in case of leaks, necessitating compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs.