Overview
Kinder Morgan Compressor Station in Texas, United States, is an operational natural gas compressor station supporting pipeline transmission infrastructure.
Kinder Morgan Compressor Station is a natural gas compressor station located in Texas, United States. It is part of the extensive gas transmission network operated by Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The facility plays a key role in maintaining pipeline pressure and ensuring efficient gas flow across the region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations of this type typically use turbine or reciprocating compressors to boost gas pressure, enabling long-distance transport. The facility's location in Texas places it within a major hub of U.S. natural gas production and distribution. As part of the national gas grid, this compressor station contributes to the reliability of gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its operational status ensures continuous support for downstream infrastructure, including power generation and local distribution networks. The station's proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to stringent safety and environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The compressor station is situated in a region with moderate seismic activity and occasional extreme weather events such as hurricanes, which can pose risks to gas infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas requires robust safety measures to mitigate potential hazards from high-pressure gas operations. The facility's design and maintenance practices are aligned with PHMSA standards to address these environmental factors.
Frequently asked questions
Kinder Morgan Compressor Station is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 30.200203, -95.252896.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pipeline pressure to ensure efficient gas transmission across the Kinder Morgan network.
The station is operated by Kinder Morgan, a major energy infrastructure company in North America.
The station operates under U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Compressor stations boost gas pressure to overcome friction losses in pipelines, enabling long-distance transport from production areas to consumers.