Overview
DES MOINES BUTANE STORAGE is a refined product pipeline facility in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195 regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines.
DES MOINES BUTANE STORAGE is a refined product pipeline facility located at 2503 SE 43RD ST in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486910, which covers pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. As a butane storage site, it plays a role in the regional distribution of liquefied petroleum gas. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which sets standards for hazardous liquid pipelines. This includes requirements for corrosion control, emergency response, and integrity management. The site's location in an industrial area of Des Moines aligns with typical pipeline infrastructure serving urban energy demands. Butane storage facilities are critical for balancing seasonal supply and demand, particularly for heating and industrial use. The Des Moines facility contributes to the energy security of central Iowa by providing storage capacity that supports grid reliability and local distribution networks. Its operational status ensures continued service to the region's energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an industrial area of Des Moines, near the Des Moines River and within a region with mixed urban and agricultural land use. Butane storage poses risks of leaks or spills, which could affect nearby waterways and soil. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA mandates spill prevention and cathodic protection to mitigate corrosion-related failures. The site's proximity to populated areas requires robust emergency response planning.
Frequently asked questions
DES MOINES BUTANE STORAGE is located at 2503 SE 43RD ST in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, United States.
It is a refined product pipeline facility that stores butane, a type of liquefied petroleum gas, and operates under the US hazardous liquid pipeline regulations.
The facility is regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which covers hazardous liquid pipeline safety, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
The NAICS code is 486910, which corresponds to pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products.
Butane storage helps balance seasonal supply and demand, ensuring availability for heating and industrial use. It supports grid reliability and local distribution networks in central Iowa.
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