Overview
Mid-America Pipeline Co., LLC operates a refined product pipeline in Ashland Station, Kansas, United States. This facility is part of a major U.S. pipeline network transporting refined petroleum products.
Mid-America Pipeline Co., LLC is a refined product pipeline facility located in Ashland Station, Clark County, Kansas, United States. As a key component of the U.S. pipeline infrastructure, it handles the transportation of refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The facility is operational and serves the central United States region. The pipeline 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 facility's NAICS code 486910 indicates it is primarily engaged in pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. Typical safety measures include cathodic protection systems and regular integrity inspections to prevent leaks and corrosion. This pipeline plays a vital role in the regional energy supply chain, connecting refineries to distribution terminals and end-users. Its location in Kansas positions it within a network that supports the transportation of fuels across the Midwest, contributing to energy security and economic activity in the area.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses rural and agricultural areas in Clark County, Kansas, with proximity to waterways and groundwater resources. The transport of refined products poses risks of spills that could impact soil and water quality. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's spill response plans and leak detection systems is critical to mitigating environmental hazards in this ecologically sensitive region.
Frequently asked questions
Mid-America Pipeline Co., LLC is located in Ashland Station, Clark County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.228130, -99.715770.
The pipeline transports refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, as classified under NAICS 486910.
The pipeline is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular integrity inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans as required by PHMSA.
It connects refineries to distribution terminals and end-users in the central U.S., supporting the supply of fuels for transportation and heating, thereby enhancing energy security.
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