Risk: Medium Gas Distribution Station Operational

North Main Lines and Related Facilities Countywide, Trussville, Alabama - Gas Distribution Station

TRUSSVILLE, Alabama, United States

Overview

NORTH MAIN LINES AND RELATED FACILITIES COUNTYWIDE is a gas distribution station in Trussville, Alabama, serving St. Clair County. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

NORTH MAIN LINES AND RELATED FACILITIES COUNTYWIDE is a gas distribution station located in Trussville, Alabama, serving St. Clair County. As a linear facility, it forms part of the local natural gas distribution network, delivering gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the county. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal pipeline safety regulations. 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 the safe transportation of natural gas by pipeline. As a gas distribution station, it is part of a network that typically includes pipelines, metering stations, and pressure regulation equipment. The specific capacity of this facility is not detailed, but distribution stations in this region generally handle moderate volumes to serve local communities. This facility plays a critical role in ensuring reliable natural gas supply to Trussville and surrounding areas in St. Clair County. Its operation supports local energy needs, including heating, cooking, and industrial processes. The facility's location in a suburban area requires adherence to safety standards to minimize risks to nearby populations and infrastructure.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in a suburban area of Trussville, Alabama, within St. Clair County. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with occasional severe weather, including thunderstorms and tornadoes, which can pose risks to above-ground pipeline infrastructure. Proximity to residential areas necessitates robust safety measures to mitigate potential hazards from gas leaks or ruptures. The facility's design and operation must account for local soil conditions and seismic activity, which is generally low in this region.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Trussville, Alabama, within St. Clair County, and is described as a linear facility serving the county.

It is a gas distribution station that delivers natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in St. Clair County, Alabama.

Gas distribution stations in the US 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.

Capacity varies widely, but distribution stations serving counties typically handle from a few million to several hundred million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on customer density and demand.

The facility must comply with PHMSA regulations, including leak detection, pressure monitoring, emergency response plans, and regular inspections to minimize risks to nearby populations.

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