Mid-Continent Fractionation and Storage - Refined Product Pipeline Facility in Conway Station, Kansas

Mid-Continent Fractionation and Storage is a refined product pipeline facility located in Conway Station, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in McPherson County and serves as a key node in the regional pipeline network for refined petroleum products. As an operational facility, it plays a role in the storage and fractionation of natural gas liquids and other refined products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), specifically 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. This regulatory oversight ensures compliance with safety standards for pipeline design, construction, operation, and maintenance. The facility's NAICS code 486910 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. Mid-Continent Fractionation and Storage contributes to the energy infrastructure of the central United States by providing storage and fractionation capacity. Its location in Kansas places it within a region with significant pipeline networks connecting production areas to refining and distribution centers. The facility supports the reliable supply of refined products to downstream markets.

The facility is located in a rural area of central Kansas, near the city of Conway Station. The surrounding region is primarily agricultural, with flat terrain and a semi-arid climate. Pipeline infrastructure in this area must consider potential impacts on soil and groundwater, particularly from leaks or spills of refined products. The facility's proximity to waterways and populated areas is a factor in its environmental risk profile.