Overview
SHELBY CO RD 52 ALDOT RELOC is a gas distribution station in Helena, Alabama, United States. It is operated by Alabama Gas Corporation and serves the local natural gas network.
SHELBY CO RD 52 ALDOT RELOC is a gas distribution station located in Helena, Shelby County, Alabama, United States. The facility is part of the natural gas distribution infrastructure serving the region, with operational status confirmed. It is situated in a suburban area near Birmingham, reflecting typical gas distribution stations that deliver natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution pipelines. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission lines and meters gas for local delivery. Distribution stations in this region typically handle capacities ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dekatherms per day. This station plays a key role in the local energy grid, providing reliable natural gas service to the Helena community. Its location near major transportation corridors supports efficient distribution. The facility's operational status ensures continued service for residential heating, cooking, and industrial uses in the area.
Environmental context
The station is located in a suburban area of Helena, Alabama, with proximity to residential neighborhoods and commercial zones. Natural gas distribution stations like this one are designed with safety measures to minimize risks, including pressure regulation and leak detection systems. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, but the facility is built to withstand typical environmental conditions. Routine maintenance and compliance with PHMSA regulations help mitigate potential hazards.
Frequently asked questions
SHELBY CO RD 52 ALDOT RELOC is located in Helena, Shelby County, Alabama, United States, at coordinates 33.278333, -86.796667.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure from natural gas transmission lines and meters gas for local delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Helena area.
The facility is operated by Alabama Gas Corporation, a natural gas utility serving Alabama.
Gas distribution stations in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Gas distribution stations vary in capacity, typically ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dekatherms per day, depending on the size of the customer base and local demand.
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