Overview
AMOCO (MERGED WITH 0670030) is an operational gas pipeline facility in S. Ulysses, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
AMOCO (MERGED WITH 0670030) is a gas pipeline facility located in S. Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transportation infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline, it plays a key role in moving natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. 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 gas pipeline safety. The pipeline's commodity is natural gas, and typical safety measures include cathodic protection and regular integrity assessments. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. The pipeline's location in rural Kansas, near the city of Ulysses, places it in an area with moderate population density. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local industrial and residential consumers. Its operational status ensures continued service in the natural gas grid.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses the semi-arid High Plains region of Kansas, an area with sensitive groundwater resources. Proximity to agricultural land and waterways requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks. The facility's age and cathodic protection status are key factors in environmental risk management.
Frequently asked questions
AMOCO (MERGED WITH 0670030) is located in S. Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.468090, -101.498530.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
The pipeline is regulated by PHMSA and DOT under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, and integrity management.
The facility is currently operational, indicating it is actively transporting natural gas.
Common risk factors include pipeline age, proximity to populated areas or waterways, and the effectiveness of cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion.
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