DIXIE - SWIFT CREEK Refined Product Pipeline in Elmore, Alabama

DIXIE - SWIFT CREEK is a refined product pipeline facility located in Elmore, Autauga County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the broader pipeline infrastructure network for transporting refined petroleum products across the region. As a refined product pipeline, it plays a key role in the distribution of fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel to markets in the southeastern United States. 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 the safe transportation of hazardous liquids. The pipeline infrastructure in Alabama is extensive, connecting refineries on the Gulf Coast to inland markets. The facility is part of a well-established network that includes cathodic protection systems and regular integrity management programs to ensure safe operation. The DIXIE - SWIFT CREEK pipeline contributes to the energy supply chain for Alabama and surrounding states. Its location in Autauga County places it in a region with a mix of rural and urban areas, requiring careful monitoring of pipeline integrity and environmental protection. The facility supports local fuel supply and economic activity while adhering to stringent safety standards to minimize risks to nearby communities and waterways.

The pipeline traverses areas near the Alabama River and its tributaries, which are important for local ecosystems and water supply. Proximity to waterways necessitates robust spill prevention and response measures. The facility's operation in a region with seasonal heavy rainfall and potential flooding requires careful management of erosion and pipeline exposure. Cathodic protection systems are critical to prevent corrosion and maintain pipeline integrity over time.