Overview
Angel Peak No 3 Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility located 9.5 miles southeast of West Hammond, New Mexico, United States. It supports natural gas transmission in the San Juan Basin.
Angel Peak No 3 Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline compressor station situated in San Juan County, New Mexico, approximately 9.5 miles southeast of West Hammond. The facility is part of the extensive gas pipeline infrastructure serving the San Juan Basin, one of the major natural gas-producing regions in the United States. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline network. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are essential for long-distance gas transmission, typically featuring gas turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates its classification as a pipeline transportation of natural gas. Angel Peak No 3 Compressor Station contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to downstream markets, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its location in the San Juan Basin underscores its role in connecting production areas with transmission lines. The facility's operational status ensures continued service within the regional gas grid.
Environmental context
The compressor station is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern New Mexico, characterized by high desert terrain and proximity to the San Juan River watershed. Natural gas pipeline infrastructure in this area must consider potential impacts on local air quality due to compressor emissions, as well as risks to nearby water bodies from accidental releases. The facility's distance from populated areas reduces immediate community exposure, but routine maintenance and leak detection are critical for minimizing environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Angel Peak No 3 Compressor Station is located approximately 9.5 miles southeast of West Hammond, in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline network, ensuring efficient transportation of natural gas from production areas to downstream markets.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under US DOT regulations, specifically 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety.
Gas compressor stations must comply with PHMSA regulations including design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance requirements under 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-specific pipeline safety programs.
Compressor stations are critical for boosting pressure to overcome friction losses over long distances, enabling the continuous flow of natural gas from supply sources to distribution networks and end users.
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