DES MOINES STORAGE Refined Product Pipeline Facility, Pleasant Hill, Iowa

DES MOINES STORAGE is a refined product pipeline facility located at 4401 Vandalia Road in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, within Polk County. As part of the United States pipeline infrastructure, it handles the storage and transport of refined petroleum products, serving the broader Des Moines metropolitan area. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. Its NAICS codes (221210, 486910, 486990) indicate involvement in natural gas distribution, pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products, and other pipeline transportation. The operational status is active, though specific technical details such as storage capacity or pipeline length are not disclosed. Refined product pipelines like DES MOINES STORAGE play a critical role in the regional fuel supply chain, connecting refineries and distribution terminals to local markets. The facility's location near major transportation routes and population centers underscores its importance in maintaining reliable fuel availability for Iowa and surrounding areas.

The facility is situated in an industrial area near residential zones and waterways, including the Des Moines River. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion risks. The commodity transported (refined products) requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks and environmental contamination.