Overview
Colonial Pipeline Company, Collins Complex is a refined product pipeline facility in Collins, Mississippi, United States. It operates as part of the Colonial Pipeline system, a major fuel transportation network.
Colonial Pipeline Company, Collins Complex is a refined product pipeline facility located at 35 Pump Station Road in Collins, Covington County, Mississippi. It is part of the Colonial Pipeline system, one of the largest refined petroleum product pipelines in the United States, transporting gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel from the Gulf Coast to the East Coast. 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 Collins Complex serves as a pump station and storage hub, contributing to the system's overall capacity of moving over 100 million gallons of fuel daily. This pipeline infrastructure plays a critical role in the energy supply chain for the southeastern and eastern United States. Its location in Mississippi supports regional fuel distribution and economic activity, while its operational status ensures continued reliability for downstream markets.
Environmental context
The Collins Complex is situated in a rural area of Covington County, Mississippi, near the Leaf River watershed. Pipeline operations involve the transport of refined petroleum products, which carry risks of leaks or spills that could impact local waterways and ecosystems. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are key factors in maintaining pipeline integrity and preventing corrosion-related incidents.
Frequently asked questions
Colonial Pipeline Company, Collins Complex is located at 35 Pump Station Road, Collins, Covington County, Mississippi, United States.
The Collins Complex is a pump station and storage facility for the Colonial Pipeline system, which transports refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel from the Gulf Coast to the East Coast.
The Colonial Pipeline system spans approximately 5,500 miles, making it one of the largest refined product pipelines in the United States.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which sets safety standards for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Pipeline safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and compliance with PHMSA integrity management programs.
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