RED LINE REPLACEMENT - GOOSENECK BEND RD: Refined Product Pipeline in Platte City, Missouri

RED LINE REPLACEMENT - GOOSENECK BEND RD is a refined product pipeline facility located in Platte City, Platte County, Missouri, United States. The pipeline is operational and serves as part of the infrastructure for transporting refined petroleum products. Its location along Gooseneck Bend Road places it within a region that supports the distribution of fuels to local and regional markets. 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 designed to transport gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum derivatives. The pipeline's age and cathodic protection systems are critical for maintaining integrity and preventing leaks. This pipeline contributes to the energy supply chain in the Midwest, connecting refineries or storage terminals to distribution points. Its operational status ensures continued fuel delivery to communities and industries in the region. The facility's location near waterways and populated areas necessitates rigorous safety and environmental monitoring to mitigate risks associated with pipeline operations.

The pipeline traverses an area near the Missouri River and agricultural lands in Platte County. Proximity to waterways requires careful monitoring to prevent spills that could impact aquatic ecosystems. The region's soil and groundwater are susceptible to contamination from potential leaks, making cathodic protection and regular inspections essential. The pipeline's commodity, refined petroleum, poses fire and explosion hazards, necessitating emergency response planning.