Overview
AGT Valve G17, Line G8LL-20 Launcher in Freetown, Massachusetts, is an operational gas pipeline facility. It is part of the U.S. natural gas transmission network regulated by PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
AGT Valve G17, Line G8LL-20 Launcher is a gas pipeline facility located in Freetown, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a launcher for pipeline inspection gauges (pigs) along the natural gas transmission line. It is situated on Burr Lane, with coordinates 41.772886, -71.025992. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. As a valve and launcher station, it is a critical component for pipeline maintenance and integrity management, allowing for the insertion and retrieval of cleaning and inspection tools. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply infrastructure in the region, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers in Massachusetts. Its location in a rural area near Freetown minimizes immediate population density risks, though proximity to waterways and the age of the pipeline infrastructure are typical considerations for environmental and operational safety.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Freetown, Massachusetts, near the Assonet River and other local waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider potential impacts on water quality and ecosystems in the event of a leak. The surrounding area includes forested and agricultural land, with some residential development. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA includes requirements for cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response planning to mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located on Burr Lane in Freetown, Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States.
A pipeline launcher is used to insert and retrieve pipeline inspection gauges (pigs) for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of the pipeline interior.
Gas pipeline facilities in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
The NAICS code for this facility is 486210, which corresponds to Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas.
PHMSA enforces safety regulations including integrity management programs, cathodic protection requirements, leak detection, and emergency response plans to minimize risks to people and the environment.
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