Overview
Anadarko - Hallock 1-36 Station is a gas pipeline facility in Hugoton, Kansas, United States. It operates within the natural gas transmission sector, serving the regional energy infrastructure.
Anadarko - Hallock 1-36 Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission network, supporting the movement of gas from production areas to downstream markets. Its location in the Hugoton area places it within a historically significant natural gas-producing region. 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. The facility is part of a broader network typical of the U.S. midstream sector, which emphasizes integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection systems. The station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the region, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its operational status ensures continued service within the interconnected pipeline grid, which is critical for energy security and economic activity in Kansas and surrounding states.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southwestern Kansas, characterized by agricultural land use and sparse population. Proximity to waterways is limited, but pipeline infrastructure in the area must consider soil erosion and groundwater protection. The transport of natural gas involves lower spill risk compared to liquids, but methane leakage remains an environmental concern. Regulatory frameworks require monitoring and mitigation of fugitive emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Anadarko - Hallock 1-36 Station is located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.133780, -101.510470.
Anadarko - Hallock 1-36 Station is a gas pipeline facility, part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure.
Gas pipeline facilities in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers safety standards for natural gas pipelines.
The primary commodity transported at Anadarko - Hallock 1-36 Station is natural gas, which is moved through the pipeline network to distribution points.
Common risk factors for gas pipeline facilities include proximity to populated areas, age of infrastructure, corrosion, and potential for methane leaks. Regulatory compliance and integrity management programs help mitigate these risks.
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