ANR Pipeline Company Lincoln Compressor Station - Lake George, Michigan Gas Pipeline Facility

ANR Pipeline Company Lincoln Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located at 3991 Hickory Rd, Lake George, Clare County, Michigan, United States. The station is part of the ANR Pipeline system, a major interstate natural gas pipeline network that transports gas from the Gulf Coast and Mid-Continent regions to the Midwest and Great Lakes areas. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are essential for long-distance gas transmission, typically using natural gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. The station's location in rural Michigan reflects typical siting away from dense populations, though proximity to local communities requires robust safety measures. This station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. Its role in the ANR system supports energy distribution across multiple states, highlighting its importance in the broader U.S. energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status ensures continued service for downstream users.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Clare County, Michigan, near Lake George. The surrounding landscape includes forests and agricultural land, with limited population density. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider potential impacts on local waterways and groundwater, as well as wildlife habitats. The station's operations involve emissions from compressor engines, which are regulated under the Clean Air Act. Spill prevention and cathodic protection systems are standard to mitigate corrosion and environmental risks.