Overview
ENRON LIQ PIPELINE is a refined product pipeline in West Chicago, Illinois, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT regulations for hazardous liquid transport.
ENRON LIQ PIPELINE is a refined product pipeline located on Smith Rd in West Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois, United States. This operational facility is part of the nation's extensive pipeline infrastructure network, transporting refined petroleum products across the region. As a hazardous liquid pipeline, this facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195. The pipeline operates within a region with significant industrial and urban development, requiring rigorous safety protocols including cathodic protection and regular integrity assessments. The pipeline plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving the Chicago metropolitan area. Its location in DuPage County places it near populated areas and waterways, necessitating strict environmental monitoring and spill prevention measures to protect local communities and ecosystems.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses an area with mixed urban and suburban development in DuPage County, near the West Branch DuPage River. Proximity to residential zones and water bodies requires robust leak detection and emergency response plans. The transport of refined products poses risks of soil and water contamination, making cathodic protection and regular inspections critical for environmental safety.
Frequently asked questions
ENRON LIQ PIPELINE is located on Smith Rd in West Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois, United States.
ENRON LIQ PIPELINE is a refined product pipeline, designed to transport refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
ENRON LIQ PIPELINE is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inline inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans. Operators must comply with PHMSA integrity management rules.
ENRON LIQ PIPELINE contributes to the fuel supply chain for the Chicago metropolitan area, supporting local transportation and industry. Its location in DuPage County connects to broader pipeline networks.
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