Overview
The Mid-America Pipeline - Ashland Pump Station in Clark County, Kansas, is an operational refined product pipeline facility. It plays a key role in transporting petroleum products across the central United States.
The Mid-America Pipeline - Ashland Pump Station is a refined product pipeline facility located in Clark County, Kansas, near Ashland Station. It is part of the extensive Mid-America Pipeline system, which transports refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel across the central United States. The facility is operational and serves as a critical node in the regional fuel distribution network. As a refined product pipeline, this facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. The Mid-America Pipeline system is one of the largest refined product pipelines in the U.S., spanning over 2,000 miles. The Ashland Pump Station contributes to maintaining flow and pressure within the system, ensuring efficient transport to markets in the Midwest and beyond. The facility's location in rural Kansas minimizes proximity to densely populated areas, reducing certain risk factors. However, its operation involves handling flammable liquids, requiring robust safety measures including cathodic protection and leak detection systems. The pipeline supports energy supply for multiple states, underscoring its significance in the national fuel infrastructure.
Environmental context
The Ashland Pump Station is situated in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. The region's semi-arid climate and flat terrain facilitate pipeline construction and maintenance. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on local waterways and groundwater from accidental releases. The facility's operation adheres to PHMSA regulations for spill prevention and response, and regular inspections ensure integrity. The surrounding ecosystem, primarily grassland and cropland, benefits from the pipeline's efficient transport, which reduces truck traffic and associated emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The Mid-America Pipeline - Ashland Pump Station is located in Clark County, Kansas, near the community of Ashland Station, with coordinates 37.253889 N, -99.757778 W.
The facility is part of a refined product pipeline system that transports petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel across the central United States.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which sets safety standards for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, leak detection systems, and regular inspections in compliance with PHMSA regulations to ensure pipeline integrity.
The pump station maintains pressure and flow within the Mid-America Pipeline system, enabling efficient transport of refined products to markets in the Midwest and beyond, supporting energy needs.
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