Overview
CALNEV PIPE LINE, LLC - EDWARDS METERING STATION is a refined product pipeline facility in Edwards, California, operating under US PHMSA and DOT regulations. It serves as a metering station for petroleum product transport.
CALNEV PIPE LINE, LLC - EDWARDS METERING STATION is a refined product pipeline facility located at 419 S. Lancaster Blvd, Edwards, California, in Kern County. This operational metering station is part of the broader refined product pipeline network in the United States, which transports gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products. The facility's location in the Mojave Desert region places it in a key corridor for fuel distribution in Southern California. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As a metering station, it measures the flow of refined products, ensuring accurate custody transfer and operational efficiency. The NAICS code 486910 indicates it is classified under pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products, a sector that typically involves extensive safety protocols including cathodic protection and leak detection systems. This metering station plays a critical role in the regional fuel supply chain, connecting refineries and storage terminals to end users in the Edwards area and beyond. Its operation supports local transportation and aviation fuel needs, given the proximity to Edwards Air Force Base. The facility's environmental context includes arid desert terrain, requiring careful management of potential spills to protect groundwater and sensitive ecosystems.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Mojave Desert, an arid region with sensitive ecosystems and limited water resources. Proximity to Edwards Air Force Base and populated areas necessitates robust spill prevention and response measures. The transport of refined products poses risks to soil and groundwater, requiring cathodic protection and regular integrity testing to mitigate corrosion and leaks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 419 S. Lancaster Blvd, Edwards, California 93524, in Kern County, United States.
It is a metering station for refined product pipelines, measuring the flow of petroleum products such as gasoline and diesel for custody transfer and operational monitoring.
The facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which sets standards for hazardous liquid pipeline safety, including corrosion control and leak detection.
As a refined product pipeline, it typically transports gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and other petroleum products from refineries to distribution terminals.
The facility employs cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular pipeline integrity testing, and spill response plans to protect the surrounding desert environment and groundwater.
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