ONEOK Announces Refined Products Pipeline Expansion in Western Kansas to Denver International Airport

ONEOK, Inc. has announced plans to expand pipeline capacity connecting Mid-Continent and Gulf Coast refined product shipments to the Denver area to meet growing demand and improve connectivity to Denver International Airport (DIA).

The project involves the construction of a new 230-mile, 16-inch diameter pipeline from Scott City, Kansas, to DIA and the addition or upgrading of certain pump stations along the existing refined products pipeline system. Total system capacity will increase by 35,000 barrels per day (bpd) and will have additional expansion capabilities. The project is expected to cost approximately $480 million and be completed in mid-2026.

After the open season closed earlier this year, the project is fully booked through long-term contracts.

“ONEOK is uniquely positioned to help meet the growing demand for refined products and renewable fuels in the Denver, Colorado metropolitan area,” said Pierce H. Norton II, president and CEO of ONEOK. “This project will provide additional needed capacity for a variety of transportation fuels, including aviation and sustainable jet fuel to support the increasing demand from the expansion of Denver International Airport.

“This announcement is another example of the attractive yield growth opportunities that lie ahead following the acquisition of our refined products and crude oil businesses,” Norton added. “We remain focused on addressing growing energy demand while maintaining our commitment to safe and reliable operations.”