Kinder Morgan Cochin Pipeline Flat Rock Meter Station - Refined Product Pipeline Facility in Michigan

Kinder Morgan Cochin Pipeline Flat Rock Meter Station is a refined product pipeline facility located at 3340 Will Carlton Dr, Flat Rock, Michigan, in Wayne County. The facility is part of the Cochin Pipeline system, which transports refined petroleum products across the Midwest. As a meter station, it measures and monitors product flow, ensuring accurate transfer and regulatory compliance. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The Cochin Pipeline is a major conduit for refined products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, connecting refineries in the Gulf Coast and Midwest to distribution terminals. Meter stations like this one are critical for custody transfer and leak detection. The Flat Rock Meter Station plays a key role in the regional fuel supply chain, serving the Detroit metropolitan area and southeastern Michigan. Its location near major transportation corridors supports efficient distribution to local markets. The facility's operational status ensures continued reliability for downstream consumers and industrial users.

The facility is situated in an industrial area of Flat Rock, near the Huron River and within proximity to residential zones. Pipeline meter stations pose minimal environmental risk under normal operations, but potential hazards include product leaks from valve or meter failures. The Cochin Pipeline is subject to PHMSA integrity management requirements, including cathodic protection and regular inspections to prevent corrosion and spills.