NuStar Pipeline - El Dorado Products Pipeline Station | Refined Product Pipeline in El Dorado, Kansas

NuStar Pipeline - El Dorado Products Pipeline Station is a refined product pipeline facility located at 1624 Sunset Rd, El Dorado, Kansas, in Butler County. The facility is part of the extensive pipeline infrastructure in the United States, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. As a refined product pipeline, it handles the transportation of petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The facility operates under NAICS code 486910, which covers pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. The facility is part of NuStar Energy's network, which is a major operator of pipelines and terminals across the United States. The regulatory framework ensures safety through standards for cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response. This pipeline station serves as a critical link in the supply chain for refined products in the central United States, connecting refineries and distribution terminals. Its location in El Dorado, near the Kansas oil fields, underscores its importance in moving products from production areas to markets. The facility contributes to the energy infrastructure that supports local economies and national energy security.

The facility is situated in Butler County, Kansas, a region with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Proximity to waterways and populated areas requires careful management of spill risks. The pipeline transports refined products, which pose environmental hazards if released. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA mandates spill prevention and response plans to protect soil and water resources.