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Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan 51 • Airports – While the major airport that services Ramsey County, Minneapolis – Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is located in adjacent Hennepin County, portions of Ramsey County will be in the flight path for MSP. In addition, there are two smaller airports located within the County: Saint Paul Downtown Airport (STP) and Lake Elmo Airport. Electrical/Fuel Shortages • Power plants – The county has a number of power generation facilities that provide service to local and regional energy supply. Two significant stations include Xcel Energy – High Bridge and District Energy Saint Paul. • Transmission Lines – The exact location of electrical transmission lines can vary, and are typically mapped by utility companies, such as Xcel Energy. They are usually strategically located along major transportation routes, utility corridors, and near industrial zones. • Substations – In Ramsey County, several substations are operated by utility companies to manage and distribute electrical power. Some of the key locations include Riverside Substation, Rice Street Substation, Dale Street Substation, Midway Substation, Downtown Substation, and Roseville Substation. Exact locations can be identified by the electrical companies. • Fuel Storage Facilities – Fuel storage facilities are distributed across the region to support residential, commercial, and industrial fuel needs. • Distribution Networks – Distribution networks consist of a combination of overhead and underground power lines, transformers, and substations. These networks are typically managed by utility companies. • Pipelines – Ramsey County is intersected by several major pipelines that transport various types of products, including oil, natural gas, and refined products. Supply Chain Disruption • Warehouses and distribution centers – Ramsey County has several significant warehouses and distribution centers that support a range of industries. They are typically located in close proximity to major highways, transportation hubs, and industrial zones. • Transportation Hubs – There are a number of transportation hubs that facilitate the movement of goods throughout the region including MSP, rail lines, and key interstate interchanges such as I-94 and I-35E and I-694 and I-35E. • Manufacturing Plants – Ramsey County is home to a number of notable manufacturers that support a diverse range of industries including machinery, food production, and consumer goods. Key industrial areas include Maplewood Industrial Area, Midway Industrial Area, and Roseville Industrial Area. Water Contamination • Water Treatment Plants – the key water treatment facilities in Ramsey are Saint Paul Regional Water Services, Metro Wastewater Reclamation Point, Saint Paul Water Treatment Plant, all located within Saint Paul. There are also a number of facilities located across the county, operated by Ramsey County Regional Water, which service specific communities and townships.