Overview
LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS PLANT #1 is an operational gas distribution station in Big Lake, Alaska, serving the Matanuska-Susitna region. It supports local natural gas supply under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS PLANT #1 is a gas distribution station located at 25849 W. Ayrshire Road in Big Lake, Alaska, within Matanuska-Susitna County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas infrastructure, serving the local community and industrial users. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas distribution station, it typically handles lower pressures compared to transmission pipelines, but still adheres to strict safety standards for leak detection, material integrity, and emergency response. This plant contributes to Alaska's energy grid by distributing natural gas to the Big Lake area, supporting residential heating, commercial operations, and potential industrial use. Its location in a seismically active region requires robust design and monitoring to mitigate earthquake-related risks. The facility's role in the local energy supply chain underscores its importance for community energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a seismically active region of Alaska, requiring careful design to withstand earthquakes. Proximity to populated areas in Big Lake necessitates robust safety measures to minimize risks from potential gas leaks or accidents. The local climate, with extreme cold, demands infrastructure resilience against frost heave and material brittleness.
Frequently asked questions
LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS PLANT #1 is located at 25849 W. Ayrshire Road, Big Lake, Alaska 99652, in Matanuska-Susitna County.
It is a gas distribution station that receives, stores, and distributes natural gas to local residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Big Lake area.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, testing, and operation of gas pipelines.
Extreme cold and permafrost conditions require special materials and insulation to prevent gas line freezing and maintain structural integrity.
Gas distribution stations reduce pressure from transmission pipelines and deliver natural gas to end-users, ensuring safe and reliable energy supply for heating, cooking, and industrial processes.
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