Overview
MID-CONTINENT FRACT. & STOR. - MITCHELL FAC. (DEGAS FLR) (AIR) is an operational refined product pipeline facility in Mitchell Station, Kansas, United States. It handles natural gas liquids fractionation and storage.
MID-CONTINENT FRACT. & STOR. - MITCHELL FAC. (DEGAS FLR) (AIR) is a refined product pipeline facility located in Mitchell Station, Rice County, Kansas. The facility is operational and plays a role in the midstream sector, focusing on fractionation and storage of natural gas liquids. Its location in the Mid-Continent region places it within a major hub for hydrocarbon processing and transportation. The facility 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 NAICS codes associated with the facility (211112, 211130, 486910) indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction, natural gas liquid processing, and pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. The specific technical details such as pipeline length and capacity are not disclosed, but the facility's role in fractionation and storage suggests it supports regional supply chains. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to agricultural land and water resources in central Kansas. The transport of natural gas liquids and refined products requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to safeguard soil and groundwater. The facility's integration into the broader pipeline network contributes to the energy infrastructure of the United States, supporting downstream markets and industrial consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Rice County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and the Smoky Hill River watershed. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to soil erosion, groundwater contamination, and proximity to waterways. The transport of natural gas liquids and refined products necessitates rigorous leak detection and corrosion prevention measures to protect local ecosystems and farming communities.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Mitchell Station, Rice County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 38.3674 N, -98.0811 W.
It is an operational refined product pipeline facility involved in fractionation and storage of natural gas liquids, supporting the midstream sector.
The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195 regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines, ensuring safety and environmental compliance.
Risks include potential spills affecting agricultural land and waterways, requiring corrosion protection and leak detection systems to mitigate impacts.
It is part of the Mid-Continent region's network for natural gas liquids processing and storage, connecting production areas to downstream markets.
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