Overview
ANADARKO - METTS A-3H STATION is a gas pipeline facility in Hugoton, Kansas, United States. It is operational and serves the natural gas sector.
ANADARKO - METTS A-3H STATION is a gas pipeline facility located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. It operates within the natural gas transmission sector, supporting the movement of gas from production areas to processing and distribution networks. The facility is part of the broader Anadarko Basin infrastructure, a major oil and gas region. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas). It is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Typical gas pipeline stations in Kansas include compressor stations, metering facilities, and valve sites that ensure efficient and safe gas transport. The station plays a role in the regional natural gas supply chain, connecting production in the Anadarko Basin to downstream markets. Its location in Hugoton, near the Kansas-Oklahoma border, places it in a historically significant natural gas producing area. The facility contributes to energy reliability for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, an area with semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Gas pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider proximity to populated areas and waterways. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which can affect air quality and soil. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections are mandated by PHMSA to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.279090, -101.402390.
It is a gas pipeline station that supports the transmission of natural gas, likely including metering or compression functions, as part of the regional pipeline network.
Gas pipeline facilities in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular leak detection surveys, emergency shutdown systems, and compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs.
The Anadarko Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in the central United States, spanning parts of Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. It contains significant natural gas reserves and extensive pipeline infrastructure for transport.
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