NUSTAR - PIPELINE CORRIDOR: Refined Product Pipeline in Moorhead, Minnesota

NUSTAR - PIPELINE CORRIDOR is a refined product pipeline facility located in Moorhead, Minnesota, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the broader pipeline infrastructure network in the region, handling the transport of refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As a refined product pipeline, it is subject to strict safety standards including corrosion control, leak detection, and emergency response protocols. The pipeline corridor in this region typically connects refineries to distribution terminals and markets. This pipeline corridor plays a key role in the energy supply chain for the Upper Midwest, supporting local fuel distribution and economic activity. Its location near the Red River and Interstate 94 provides strategic access to transportation routes. The facility contributes to the reliable delivery of refined products to communities and industries in Minnesota and surrounding states.

The pipeline corridor traverses the Red River Valley, an area with sensitive agricultural land and water resources. Proximity to the Red River and its tributaries requires robust spill prevention and containment measures. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations including the Clean Water Act and state-level groundwater protection rules. Cathodic protection systems and regular integrity inspections help mitigate corrosion risks associated with soil conditions in the region.