Marathon Pipe Line LLC - Zachary Station/Terminal: Refined Product Pipeline Terminal in Jackson, Louisiana

Marathon Pipe Line LLC - Zachary Station/Terminal is a refined product pipeline facility located at 922 Scenic Hwy 61 in Jackson, East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana. This operational terminal serves as a key node in the regional refined product distribution network, handling petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The facility is part of Marathon Pipe Line LLC's extensive pipeline infrastructure in the Gulf Coast region. 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 hazardous liquid pipelines. As a refined product pipeline terminal, it includes storage tanks, pumping stations, and metering equipment to transfer products between pipelines and trucks or other modes. The NAICS codes 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals) and 486910 (Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products) classify its operations. This terminal plays a vital role in supplying refined petroleum products to the Baton Rouge and New Orleans markets, as well as supporting agricultural and industrial activities in the surrounding region. Its location near the Mississippi River and major highways enhances logistics connectivity. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are critical for maintaining integrity and preventing leaks, given its proximity to waterways and populated areas.

The facility is situated in a rural area of East Feliciana Parish, near the Mississippi River floodplain. Proximity to waterways and groundwater resources requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion risks. The surrounding region includes agricultural lands and small communities, making leak detection and emergency response plans essential for protecting local ecosystems and water quality.