FLINT HILLS RPB AIRPORT & WIS Refined Product Pipeline, Saint Paul, Minnesota

FLINT HILLS RPB AIRPORT & WIS is a refined product pipeline facility located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States. The facility is part of the Flint Hills Resources network, serving the airport and surrounding areas with refined petroleum products. As a refined product pipeline, it transports gasoline, diesel, and other fuels, playing a key role in the regional fuel supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The pipeline infrastructure in Minnesota is part of a larger network connecting refineries to distribution terminals and airports. Typical refined product pipelines in this region range from small-diameter spur lines to larger trunk lines, with lengths varying from a few kilometers to hundreds of kilometers. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its proximity to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area and the Mississippi River. Pipeline integrity management, including cathodic protection and regular inspections, is critical to prevent leaks that could impact nearby waterways and communities. The facility's role in supplying fuel to the airport underscores its importance to regional transportation and economic activity.

The facility is located in the densely populated Saint Paul area, near the Mississippi River and several tributaries. Refined product pipelines in this region require robust leak detection and corrosion prevention measures to protect water resources.