Overview
Colonial Pipeline Company Birmingham Delivery Facility is a refined product pipeline terminal in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195 regulations.
Colonial Pipeline Company Birmingham Delivery Facility is a refined product pipeline terminal located at 2545 28th Street SW, Birmingham, Alabama, in Jefferson County. The facility is part of the Colonial Pipeline system, one of the largest refined product pipelines in the United States, transporting gasoline, diesel, and other fuels from the Gulf Coast to the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. As a delivery facility, it serves as a key distribution point for refined products in the Birmingham metropolitan area, with typical infrastructure including storage tanks, metering stations, and truck loading racks. This facility plays a critical role in the regional fuel supply chain, supporting local transportation and industrial needs. Its location near major highways and the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport enhances its logistical significance. The facility's operational status ensures consistent fuel availability for the surrounding communities and industries.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an urban-industrial area of Birmingham, near residential zones and waterways including Village Creek. Proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety measures such as cathodic protection and leak detection systems. The transport of refined products like gasoline and diesel poses spill risks, requiring adherence to PHMSA spill response plans and regular integrity testing.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2545 28th Street SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211, in Jefferson County.
It is a refined product pipeline terminal that receives and distributes gasoline, diesel, and other fuels from the Colonial Pipeline system to the Birmingham area via truck loading racks.
The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which govern hazardous liquid pipeline safety, including integrity management, spill response, and operator qualifications.
The facility employs cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, leak detection systems, and follows PHMSA-mandated spill response plans to minimize environmental impact.
The Colonial Pipeline is a major refined product pipeline system spanning over 5,500 miles, supplying approximately 45% of the fuel consumed on the US East Coast.
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