Overview
Santa Fe Pipeline LP Yuma MCAS is an operational refined product pipeline facility in Yuma, Arizona, United States. It handles the transportation of refined petroleum products under federal pipeline safety regulations.
Santa Fe Pipeline LP Yuma MCAS is a refined product pipeline facility located in Yuma, Arizona, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the regional distribution network for refined petroleum products. Its location near the Yuma Marine Corps Air Station underscores its strategic importance for military and civilian fuel supply. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. As a refined product pipeline, it is designed to transport gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum derivatives safely. The pipeline infrastructure in this region is part of a larger network connecting refineries in the Southwest to markets in California and Arizona. Environmental considerations include proximity to the Colorado River and sensitive desert ecosystems. The facility's cathodic protection systems and regular inspections help mitigate corrosion risks. Its role in supplying fuel to the Yuma area supports local transportation and military operations, highlighting its importance to regional energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Sonoran Desert near the Colorado River, an ecologically sensitive area. Pipeline operations must manage risks related to soil erosion, groundwater protection, and wildlife disruption. Regular monitoring and spill prevention plans are essential to safeguard the surrounding arid environment and water resources.
Frequently asked questions
Santa Fe Pipeline LP Yuma MCAS is located on Old Highway 80 in Yuma, Arizona, United States, near the Yuma Marine Corps Air Station.
This refined product pipeline transports refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, serving both military and civilian markets.
The pipeline is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines in the United States.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans to protect nearby communities and the environment.
The pipeline supplies refined fuels to the Yuma area, supporting local transportation, agriculture, and military operations at the Marine Corps Air Station, enhancing regional energy security.
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