Magellan Pipeline Company - Palmyra Terminal: Refined Product Pipeline Facility in Palmyra, Missouri

Magellan Pipeline Company - Palmyra Terminal is a refined product pipeline facility located at 6789 County Road 312 in Palmyra, Missouri, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a terminal for the transport of refined petroleum products, playing a key role in the regional fuel supply chain. 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. As a refined product pipeline terminal, it is part of a larger network that connects refineries to distribution markets, with typical infrastructure including storage tanks, pumping stations, and metering equipment. The Palmyra Terminal contributes to the energy infrastructure of northeastern Missouri, supporting local and regional fuel distribution. Its location near the Mississippi River and major transportation routes enhances its logistical importance, while adherence to federal safety standards ensures the safe handling and transport of refined products.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Marion County, Missouri, near the Mississippi River. Proximity to waterways requires robust spill prevention and containment measures to protect aquatic ecosystems. The pipeline's age and cathodic protection systems are critical for preventing leaks, and the commodity transported (refined products) necessitates careful monitoring to mitigate environmental risks.