Overview
Buckeye Terminals, LLC. - East Chicago Station (BETEG) is an operational refined product pipeline facility in East Chicago, Indiana, United States. It handles the transportation of refined petroleum products.
Buckeye Terminals, LLC. - East Chicago Station (BETEG) is a refined product pipeline facility located at 3823 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, Indiana, in Lake County. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the regional pipeline network for transporting refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. As part of the Buckeye Partners network, it connects to major supply hubs and end-user markets in the Midwest. 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. The East Chicago station is situated in an industrial area near the Lake Michigan shoreline, within a region dense with refineries and chemical plants. The pipeline infrastructure includes storage tanks, pumping stations, and metering equipment to ensure safe and efficient transfer of products. This facility plays a critical role in the supply chain for petroleum products in the Great Lakes region, supporting local transportation and industrial needs. Its proximity to major waterways and urban centers necessitates robust safety and environmental protection measures. The station's integration into the Buckeye system enhances grid reliability and product distribution flexibility across the Midwest.
Environmental context
The East Chicago station is located in an industrialized area near Lake Michigan, with proximity to residential communities and the Grand Calumet River. Pipeline operations involve handling flammable and hazardous liquids, requiring stringent spill prevention and cathodic protection systems. The facility must comply with PHMSA regulations for leak detection and emergency response to protect nearby water bodies and populated areas.
Frequently asked questions
Buckeye Terminals East Chicago Station is located at 3823 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, Indiana, 46312, United States.
It is a refined product pipeline facility that transports refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel as part of the Buckeye Partners network.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, leak detection systems, pressure monitoring, and emergency response plans as required by PHMSA.
The station serves as a key hub connecting refineries and distribution terminals in the Midwest, ensuring reliable supply of petroleum products to the Great Lakes region.
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