Risk: Low Gas Distribution Station Operational

Logan Farms Main Extension Gas Distribution Station, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama

TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Alabama, United States

Overview

Logan Farms Main Extension is a gas distribution station in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. It is operated by Alabama Gas Corp and is currently operational.

Logan Farms Main Extension is a gas distribution station located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operated by Alabama Gas Corp and serves the local natural gas distribution network. As a gas distribution station, it plays a key role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas distribution stations like this one typically reduce pressure and meter gas flow from transmission pipelines to local distribution systems. The station's operational status indicates it is actively serving the community. Logan Farms Main Extension contributes to the energy infrastructure of Tuscaloosa County, supporting local economic activity and providing a reliable energy source. Its location in Alabama places it within a region with a well-established natural gas network, serving both urban and rural areas. The facility's role in the distribution grid ensures safe and efficient delivery of natural gas to end users.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, an area with a humid subtropical climate. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to safety regulations to minimize risks. The station's design and operation consider local environmental factors, including potential exposure to severe weather events such as tornadoes and thunderstorms, which are common in the region. Proper maintenance and monitoring help mitigate environmental impacts.

Frequently asked questions

Logan Farms Main Extension is located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operated by Alabama Gas Corp.

Logan Farms Main Extension is a gas distribution station, which is part of the natural gas distribution network that delivers gas to end users.

The facility is operated by Alabama Gas Corp, a natural gas utility serving customers in Alabama.

Gas distribution stations in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for pipeline design, construction, operation, and maintenance.

A gas distribution station reduces the pressure of natural gas from high-pressure transmission pipelines to lower pressures suitable for local distribution. It also measures and controls gas flow to ensure safe and reliable delivery to homes and businesses.

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