NEW ENGLAND ICE CREAM CORP Refined Product Pipeline, Attleboro, Massachusetts

NEW ENGLAND ICE CREAM CORP is a refined product pipeline facility located at 711 Park St, Attleboro, Massachusetts, within Bristol County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 311520 (ice cream manufacturing) and 486910 (pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products). As a refined product pipeline, it supports the transport of liquid commodities essential to the local food processing industry. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. While specific technical specifications such as pipeline length or diameter are not detailed, the facility's integration with an ice cream manufacturing plant suggests a relatively short, localized pipeline network typical of industrial food processing sites. Massachusetts has a robust pipeline safety program that aligns with federal standards. This pipeline plays a critical role in the supply chain for the New England ice cream industry, ensuring reliable delivery of refined products such as liquid sugar, oils, or other ingredients. Its location in an industrial area of Attleboro minimizes environmental exposure, though proximity to residential zones requires adherence to strict safety protocols. The facility contributes to the regional economy by supporting a major food manufacturing operation.

The pipeline is situated in an industrial area of Attleboro, near the border with Rhode Island. The region's temperate climate and proximity to the Ten Mile River watershed necessitate careful monitoring for potential leaks or spills. As a refined product pipeline, the primary environmental risk involves the release of petroleum-based liquids, which could impact local soils and waterways. Regular cathodic protection testing and leak detection systems are standard practices to mitigate such risks.