EST. 1918
A CENTURY IN THE MAKING
Powering The Heartland
Located in rural Centerville, KS, the facility was originally constructed in 1918 as a booster station for the Amoco Oil Company (later part of the Service Pipeline system). For decades, this building served as a vital mechanical artery, pushing resources across the American plains.
Interior view of a typical Service Pipeline booster station, circa 1940s
Image courtesy of BP Archive.
Archival images depicting Service Pipeline operations across Kansas, circa 1930s-1950s. Courtesy of BP Archive
A VAST NETWORK
This Service Pipeline Company map captures a snapshot of American industry. It illustrates the immense infrastructure web that powered the mid-century economy—a network of steel arteries connecting the country from the Rockies to the Midwest. The Centerville station stood as a permanent testament to this era of ambitious engineering.
Pipeline maintenance crews servicing the network infrastructure, circa 1930s.
Image courtesy of BP Archive.
BUILT TO WITHSTAND
The Pumphouse stands as a relic from a pivotal moment in industrial history. Constructed during the peak of the oil boom, booster stations of this era were built with an uncompromising attention to detail. From the heavy steel trusses to the thick masonry walls, the structure was engineered to withstand intense demands—a permanent testament to the craftsmanship of the American worker.
A NEW PURPOSE
In 2007, the property was acquired by the Eastwood family, who recognized the beauty beneath the industrial grit. They began a meticulous refurbishment, transforming the station into an event venue while saving and incorporating the original industrial character that makes the building unique.
The station prior to restoration, circa 2007.
Photo via City-Data.com
A LANDMARK RESTORED.
REIMAGINING THE LEGACY
After a brief closure in 2023, the venue was purchased by Zach and Kaci in 2025 with a vision to elevate the guest experience. We are currently finalizing extensive renovations—including the new Chapel, Atrium, and Luxury Suites—to ensure The Pumphouse serves as a landmark for celebrations for decades to come.