DAKOTA COUNTY NORTHERN SERVIC Refined Product Pipeline - West Saint Paul, Minnesota

DAKOTA COUNTY NORTHERN SERVIC is a refined product pipeline facility located at 1 Mendota Road in West Saint Paul, Dakota County, Minnesota. This operational pipeline handles refined petroleum products, supporting the regional fuel supply chain in the upper Midwest. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The facility is part of a network that typically includes cathodic protection systems and regular integrity inspections to ensure safe operation. As a refined product pipeline, this facility plays a critical role in transporting gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Its location near the Mississippi River and urban centers necessitates robust safety measures to protect nearby communities and waterways.

The pipeline is situated in an urban area near the Mississippi River, which poses potential environmental risks in the event of a leak. The facility's proximity to populated areas and waterways requires stringent spill prevention and response plans. Regular monitoring and cathodic protection are essential to mitigate corrosion-related risks.