Overview
FT. MITCHELL - RUSSELL, AL PROJ# PXC10012 is an operational gas distribution station in Phenix City, Alabama, serving the local natural gas network under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
FT. MITCHELL - RUSSELL, AL PROJ# PXC10012 is an operational gas distribution station located in Phenix City, Russell County, Alabama. This facility is part of the natural gas infrastructure serving the local community and surrounding areas in eastern Alabama. As a gas distribution station, it plays a key role in reducing pipeline pressure and delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial end-users. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution pipelines. Typical gas distribution stations in the United States include metering, pressure regulation, and odorization equipment to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery. The station's location along Owens Road, Highway 165, and Brickyard Road provides access to major transportation routes for maintenance and emergency response. This gas distribution station contributes to the energy reliability of Phenix City and Russell County, supporting local economic activity and residential heating needs. Its operational status ensures continuous natural gas supply to the community, while adherence to federal safety standards minimizes risks associated with gas distribution. The facility is part of a broader network that connects transmission pipelines to end-users, highlighting its importance in the regional energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a mixed urban and rural area of Phenix City, Alabama, near the Chattahoochee River. Proximity to populated areas requires robust safety measures to mitigate risks from potential gas leaks or pressure excursions. The region experiences humid subtropical climate with occasional severe weather, including tornadoes and thunderstorms, which can pose hazards to above-ground pipeline infrastructure. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA includes integrity management programs to address such environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located along Owens Road, Highway 165, and Brickyard Road in Phenix City, Russell County, Alabama, United States.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure and delivers natural gas from transmission pipelines to local residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Gas distribution stations in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, operation, and maintenance.
Typical safety measures include pressure regulation, overpressure protection, odorization for leak detection, and regular integrity inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
It provides reliable natural gas supply to homes and businesses in Phenix City and Russell County, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial processes.
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