OL COLONY RD REINFORC TUS04093 Gas Distribution Station, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

OL COLONY RD REINFORC TUS04093 is a gas distribution station located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, within the United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. As a gas distribution station, it is part of the downstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, reducing pressure from transmission pipelines for safe local distribution. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), which enforces pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192. These regulations cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution systems. The station is owned and operated by entities subject to state-level oversight by the Alabama Public Service Commission. Gas distribution stations like this one are critical for ensuring reliable natural gas supply to communities. They typically include pressure regulation, metering, and odorization equipment. The station's location in Tuscaloosa supports the energy needs of the city and surrounding areas, contributing to the resilience of the local gas grid.

The facility is situated in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, a region with a humid subtropical climate. Proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety measures to mitigate risks associated with gas leaks or pressure failures. The area is not prone to significant seismic activity, but severe weather events such as tornadoes and hurricanes can pose operational hazards. The station's design and maintenance must account for these climate factors to ensure safe and continuous gas distribution.