AGL Resources/Jefferson Island Storage & Hub - Gas Pipeline Facility in Erath, Louisiana

AGL Resources/Jefferson Island Storage & Hub is a gas pipeline facility located in Erath, Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility serves as a natural gas storage and hub, playing a key role in the regional energy supply chain. Its location in the Gulf Coast region places it within a major hub for natural gas production and transportation. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a storage and hub facility, it likely includes underground storage caverns and interconnection pipelines, typical for such infrastructure in the Louisiana salt dome region. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas facility. This facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the Gulf Coast and beyond, supporting industrial, commercial, and residential consumers. Its storage capacity helps balance seasonal demand fluctuations and provides supply security. The facility's operations are integral to the broader natural gas network in the United States.

The facility is located in a coastal region of Louisiana, near the Gulf of Mexico, an area with sensitive wetlands and waterways. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies requires robust safety measures to prevent leaks or ruptures. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of fire or explosion, necessitating strict adherence to PHMSA regulations and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion.