Overview
AGT M AND R 00332 WEYMOUTH HUBLINE REGULATOR is a gas pipeline regulator station in North Weymouth, Massachusetts, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
AGT M AND R 00332 WEYMOUTH HUBLINE REGULATOR is a gas pipeline regulator station located at 12 Bridge St, North Weymouth, Massachusetts, in Norfolk County. This facility is part of the natural gas distribution infrastructure serving the region, regulating pressure and flow within the pipeline network. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a regulator station, it plays a critical role in maintaining safe operating pressures and ensuring reliable gas delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the area. The station is situated in a suburban setting near populated areas and waterways, including the Fore River. Its proximity to residential zones necessitates robust safety measures and regular inspections. The facility contributes to the energy supply for the Greater Boston area, supporting heating, power generation, and industrial processes.
Environmental context
The regulator station is located in a densely populated suburban area near the Fore River and Boston Harbor. Proximity to waterways and residential zones requires careful management of potential leaks or pressure events. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are critical for preventing corrosion-related failures. Natural gas, primarily methane, is transported, and any release could contribute to greenhouse gas emissions or pose safety risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 12 Bridge St, North Weymouth, Massachusetts 02191, in Norfolk County, United States.
It is a natural gas pipeline regulator station that controls pressure and flow within the pipeline network to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery to customers.
Gas pipeline safety is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Typical safety measures include pressure relief valves, emergency shutdown systems, leak detection, cathodic protection against corrosion, and regular inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
It helps maintain stable gas pressure and flow for the Greater Boston area, supporting residential heating, commercial operations, and industrial processes.
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