Overview
MID AMERICA PIPELINE COMPANY LLC - MESA PUMP STATION is a refined product pipeline facility located near Roswell, New Mexico, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines.
MID AMERICA PIPELINE COMPANY LLC - MESA PUMP STATION is a refined product pipeline facility located approximately 36.25 miles north of Roswell, in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a pump station within a broader pipeline network that transports refined petroleum products across the region. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As a pump station, it plays a critical role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of refined products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The facility's NAICS codes (486910 and 486990) classify it within pipeline transportation of refined products and other miscellaneous pipeline transportation. The Mesa Pump Station is part of the extensive Mid America Pipeline system, which connects refineries and distribution terminals across the central United States. Its location in southeastern New Mexico places it in a region with significant oil and gas production, supporting the movement of refined products to markets in the Southwest and beyond. The facility contributes to the reliability of fuel supply for communities and industries in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern New Mexico, characterized by rangeland and agricultural areas. Proximity to populated areas and waterways is a consideration for pipeline safety, as refined product pipelines carry flammable liquids that could pose risks in the event of a release. The age of the pipeline infrastructure and the effectiveness of cathodic protection systems are key factors in preventing corrosion-related leaks. The commodity transported (refined products) requires rigorous monitoring and emergency response planning to protect local water resources and ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The Mesa Pump Station is located approximately 36.25 miles north of Roswell, in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States.
The Mesa Pump Station is a pump station on a refined product pipeline system that transports petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. It maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network.
The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which sets safety standards for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans. PHMSA requires operators to follow integrity management programs for high-consequence areas.
The Mid America Pipeline system is a major refined product pipeline network that connects refineries and terminals across the central United States, ensuring reliable fuel supply to markets in the Southwest and beyond.
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