Overview
Buckeye Terminals LLC - East Chicago Term is a refined product pipeline facility in East Chicago, Indiana, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Buckeye Terminals LLC - East Chicago Term 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 distribution network for refined petroleum products. As part of the Buckeye Terminals network, it handles the storage and transfer of gasoline, diesel, and other refined products. 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 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 486910 (Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products) classify its activities. Typical infrastructure includes storage tanks, loading racks, and pipeline connections for truck, rail, or marine transport. Situated in the industrial corridor of East Chicago, the facility plays a critical role in supplying refined products to the greater Chicago metropolitan area and the Midwest region. Its proximity to Lake Michigan and major transportation routes underscores its strategic importance. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations including spill prevention and cathodic protection requirements to ensure safe and reliable service.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an industrialized area near Lake Michigan, with potential environmental sensitivities related to water resources and nearby communities. Refined product pipelines carry flammable liquids, requiring robust leak detection and corrosion control measures. The facility's age and maintenance practices are key factors in environmental risk, with PHMSA regulations mandating integrity management programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 3823 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, Indiana 46312-2590, United States, in Lake County.
The East Chicago terminal handles refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and other fuels, as part of the Buckeye Terminals network.
The facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
The facility is currently operational and active in the storage and distribution of refined products.
The facility follows PHMSA integrity management programs, including cathodic protection, leak detection, and spill prevention measures to protect nearby communities and Lake Michigan.
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