AMORY STORAGE COMPRESSOR STATION - Gas Pipeline Facility in Amory, Mississippi

AMORY STORAGE COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline facility located at 60423 Old Highway 6 in Amory, Mississippi, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. It serves as a compressor station for natural gas storage, playing a key role in the regional gas transmission network. 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 pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure for gas storage and transmission, a critical function for balancing supply and demand in the natural gas grid. The facility's location in Monroe County places it within a region with active oil and gas infrastructure. Environmentally, the station's operations involve natural gas compression, which requires careful management of emissions and leak detection. The facility's proximity to populated areas in Amory necessitates robust safety protocols. Its role in gas storage supports energy reliability for the surrounding region, contributing to the stability of the local natural gas supply.

The facility is situated in a rural area near Amory, Mississippi, with proximity to waterways and residential zones. Natural gas compressor stations can contribute to air emissions through engine exhaust and fugitive methane leaks. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection and repair programs to minimize environmental impact.