Shell Oil Products Refined Product Pipeline, Kankakee, Illinois

Shell Oil Products is a refined product pipeline facility located at 810 N 4000 W Rd in Kankakee, Illinois, United States. This facility is part of the extensive pipeline infrastructure that transports refined petroleum products across the region. The operational status is active, indicating ongoing contributions to the local and national energy supply chain. 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 handles commodities such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, which are critical for transportation and industrial sectors. The NAICS code 486910 identifies it as a pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. This pipeline facility plays a key role in connecting refineries to distribution terminals and end-users in the Midwest. Its location in Kankakee County positions it within a network that supports energy reliability and economic activity in Illinois and surrounding states. The facility's operations are integral to maintaining fuel supply stability in the region.

The facility is situated in an agricultural and industrial area of Kankakee County, near the Kankakee River. Proximity to waterways requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection measures to safeguard local ecosystems. The transport of refined products poses risks of leaks or ruptures, necessitating regular inspections and compliance with PHMSA regulations to protect soil and water resources.