Overview
ONEOK North System LLC-Clear Lake is a refined product pipeline facility in Clear Lake, Iowa, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 195 regulations.
ONEOK North System LLC-Clear Lake is a refined product pipeline facility located at 3114 Main Ave, Clear Lake, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key component in the regional transportation of refined petroleum products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. As a refined product pipeline, it transports products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, requiring robust safety measures including cathodic protection and regular inspections. The Clear Lake facility plays a significant role in the local and regional fuel supply chain, supporting industrial and consumer demand in northern Iowa. Its location near major transportation routes enhances its strategic importance for product distribution.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Clear Lake, Iowa, near the shores of Clear Lake, a popular recreational waterbody. Proximity to waterways necessitates stringent spill prevention and response measures to protect aquatic ecosystems. The surrounding area includes residential and agricultural land, requiring careful management of pipeline integrity and leak detection to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The ONEOK North System LLC-Clear Lake pipeline is located at 3114 Main Ave, Clear Lake, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States.
As a refined product pipeline, it transports refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
The pipeline is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular integrity inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans as mandated by PHMSA.
The pipeline supports the regional fuel supply chain, providing essential transportation for refined products to meet industrial, commercial, and consumer demand in northern Iowa.
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