Overview

The Valero McKee Refinery is located in the Texas Panhandle on 5,000 acres 45 miles north of Amarillo, Texas. The refinery has access to local and Permian Basin crude oil sources via third-party pipelines. Refined petroleum products are transported primarily via third-party pipelines and rail to markets in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Oklahoma and Mexico.

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McKee By the Numbers

  • ~376 employees
  • 200,000 barrels per day (bpd) throughput capacity
  • Produces gasoline as well as jet fuel, diesel and asphalt
  • OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star Site
  • American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) Elite Silver Award recipient for demonstrating superior and consistent safety performance, innovation and leadership in 2022
  • Contributed more than $551,000 for the 2024 United Way campaign

By the Numbers

McKee Fast Facts Desktop
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Refinery Products

The refinery produces a variety of refined petroleum products, including:

  • Gasoline
  • Diesel
  • Jet fuel
  • Asphalt
  • Carbon black oil
  • Sulfur
  • Sulfuric acid
  • Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

Snapshots of McKee Refinery & Community

In Our Community

In Our Community

Valero Volunteers holding Moore County United Way Day of Caring sign

Volunteering Time

Working with the United Way, refinery volunteers assisted the elderly and disabled with yard work, painting, minor house repairs, ramp building and odd jobs.

Valero employees donate a check to charity.

Charitable Donations

The refinery raised more than $867,994 for local charitable organizations in 2019.

Back of Valero volunteer t-shirt

Community Partnerships

Valero’s McKee Refinery has supported Snack Pak 4 Kids since 2014 with volunteers and more than $200,000 to ensure students have meals.

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Safety Awards & Honors

Zero employee or contractor injuries in 2022

American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) Elite Silver Award recipient for demonstrating superior and consistent safety performance, innovation and leadership in 2022



 

Local Information

  • About Dumas

    Dumas is in the Texas Panhandle, 45 miles north of Amarillo and halfway between Dallas and Denver. It has a population of 14,500 and is the seat of Moore County. Home to petroleum and agriculture industries as well as restaurants, boutique shops, churches and a strong school system, there's something here for everyone. Dumas is also a short drive away from nearby Lake Meredith for those who like to go boating, fishing, swimming or hiking.

  • Things to Do in the Area

    • Hiking in Palo Duro Canyon (2nd largest canyon in USA)
    • Cheer on the local baseball team, the Sod Poodles
    • Boat, fish, swim, or hike around Lake Meredith
    • Concerts at the Starlight Ranch Event Center
    • Visit local fairs and BBQs such as Dogie Days, D-Town BBQ, Sunray Funday, and Ears & Beers
    • Easily make a weekend trip to the Rocky Mountains
  • Weather

    Summers offer clear skies and warm weather for a variety of outdoor activities. During the winter months, the air turns cooler and dryer, with light winds and clear days interspersed with some cloudiness.

    Temperatures vary from 24°F to 92°F throughout the year.

     

  • Proximity to Major Cities

    •    Amarillo, TX: 45 miles

    •    Taos, NM: 254 miles

    •    Oklahoma City, OK: 276 miles

    •    Colorado Springs, CO: 323 miles

    •    Denver, CO: 394 miles

    •    Dallas, TX: 412 miles

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Contact Us

  • General Inquiries

    Have Questions or Comments?

    We care about your opinion and we’d love to hear from you!

    Tracy Torisk

    Sr. Mgr. Human Resources

    McKee Refinery

    6701 FM 119, HCR Box 36

    Sunray, TX 79086


     

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