SOUTHERN STATES COOPERATIVE 1 - Refined Product Pipeline in Clayton, Delaware

SOUTHERN STATES COOPERATIVE 1 is a refined product pipeline facility located on Bassett Street in Clayton, Kent County, Delaware. It operates within the United States pipeline infrastructure network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The facility's NAICS code 486910 indicates it is part of the pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. As a refined product pipeline, this facility transports finished petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The regulatory framework requires rigorous integrity management programs, including cathodic protection, periodic inspections, and leak detection systems. Pipelines in this sector typically range from small local distribution lines to large interstate systems, and the scale of this facility is consistent with regional distribution networks serving the Mid-Atlantic area. The facility plays a role in the regional fuel supply chain, connecting refineries or storage terminals to local markets. Its location in Clayton, Delaware, positions it within a network serving the Eastern Seaboard. Operational pipelines like this one contribute to energy security and economic activity by ensuring reliable transport of essential fuels to consumers and businesses.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Kent County, Delaware, near agricultural lands and small water bodies. Proximity to populated areas and waterways is a key environmental consideration for pipeline operations. The transport of refined products carries risks of spills, which could impact soil and groundwater. Regulatory requirements mandate spill prevention and response plans, as well as regular monitoring to minimize environmental harm.