NAICS 486 - Pipeline Transportation
Related NAICS Codes for NAICS 486
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| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 4861 | Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil |
| 4862 | Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas |
| 4869 | Other Pipeline Transportation |
What is NAICS 486
Companies in this sector specialize in designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining pipeline networks and related facilities, including storage where applicable. Given the strategic importance of energy resources, government agencies contract these services to ensure reliable energy supply, support emergency response capabilities, and maintain national energy security. The interconnected nature of pipeline networks demands rigorous compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards, making government oversight and partnerships essential.
Industry Classification for NAICS 486
Industries in the Pipeline Transportation subsector use transmission pipelines to transport products, such as crude oil, natural gas, refined petroleum products, and slurry. Industries are identified based on the products transported (i.e., pipeline transportation of crude oil, natural gas, refined petroleum products, and other products).The Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas industry includes the storage of natural gas because the storage is usually done by the pipeline establishment and because a pipeline is inherently a network in which all the nodes are interdependent.
Breakdown for NAICS 486
- Involves transmission pipelines transporting crude oil, natural gas, refined petroleum products, and slurry.
- Includes storage of natural gas as an integrated part of pipeline operations.
- Covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance of pipeline networks.
- Subject to federal and state safety and environmental regulations.
- Typically involves long-term, capital-intensive infrastructure projects.
Included Activities for NAICS 486
- Operating and maintaining crude oil transmission pipelines.
- Managing natural gas pipeline transportation and storage facilities.
- Inspecting pipelines for safety and regulatory compliance.
- Constructing new pipeline segments and related infrastructure.
- Monitoring pipeline systems using advanced control technologies.
- Responding to pipeline emergencies and leak mitigation.
- Performing environmental impact assessments and remediation.
- Upgrading pipelines to meet new safety or capacity requirements.
Business Types for NAICS 486
- Pipeline construction contractors
- Pipeline operation and maintenance companies
- Energy transportation and logistics firms
- Pipeline inspection and safety service providers
- Natural gas storage facility operators
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