Risk: Medium Refined Product Pipeline Operational

Magellan Pipeline Co, LLC - Waterloo: Refined Product Pipeline in Waterloo, Iowa

WATERLOO, Iowa, United States

Overview

Magellan Pipeline Co, LLC - Waterloo is a refined product pipeline facility in Waterloo, Iowa, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines.

Magellan Pipeline Co, LLC - Waterloo is a refined product pipeline facility located at 5360 Eldora Rd, Waterloo, Iowa, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key component in the regional distribution of refined petroleum products. As part of the Magellan Pipeline network, it connects to broader infrastructure that moves gasoline, diesel, and other fuels across the Midwest. 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, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. The NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 486910 (Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products) indicate its role in both storage and transportation. Typical refined product pipelines in this region are constructed from steel with cathodic protection and are subject to integrity management programs. This facility plays a significant role in supplying refined fuels to the Waterloo area and surrounding regions. Its location near major transportation routes supports efficient distribution to local markets. The pipeline infrastructure contributes to energy security and economic activity in Black Hawk County, while adhering to stringent safety and environmental standards.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an industrial area near Waterloo, Iowa, with proximity to the Cedar River. Refined product pipelines carry flammable liquids, requiring robust leak detection and spill prevention measures. The region's agricultural landscape and water resources necessitate careful environmental management to protect soil and groundwater from potential releases.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located at 5360 Eldora Rd, Waterloo, Iowa 50701, United States, in Black Hawk County.

It is a refined product pipeline, transporting petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.

The facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.

Safety measures include cathodic protection, regular integrity inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans as required by PHMSA regulations.

The facility is currently operational, serving the regional distribution of refined petroleum products.

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