Valero Terminaling & Distribution Co - Norco Pump Station: Refined Product Pipeline in Norco, Louisiana

Valero Terminaling & Distribution Co - Norco Pump Station is a refined product pipeline facility located at 538 Prospect Ave in Norco, St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the regional refined product pipeline network, handling the transport of petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. As part of Valero's terminaling and distribution infrastructure, it supports the movement of refined products from refineries to storage and distribution points. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT), specifically 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The NAICS code 486910 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of refined petroleum products. The facility's location in the industrial corridor along the Mississippi River places it within a dense network of petrochemical infrastructure, including refineries and chemical plants. Environmental and operational significance includes its role in the supply chain for refined products in the Gulf Coast region. The facility's proximity to the Mississippi River and populated areas necessitates robust safety measures, including cathodic protection and leak detection systems. As part of Valero's network, it contributes to the reliable distribution of fuels to markets across the southeastern United States.

The facility is situated in an industrial area near the Mississippi River, a major waterway that supports barge and ship traffic. The surrounding region includes residential communities and sensitive ecosystems such as wetlands. Pipeline infrastructure in this area must address risks related to soil erosion, flood events, and potential spills into waterways. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA includes spill prevention and response plans to protect local water resources.