ANR Rapid River Compressor Station (B7197) - Kalkaska, Michigan Gas Pipeline Facility

ANR Rapid River Compressor Station (B7197) is a gas pipeline facility located at 2170 Rabourn Road, Northeast, Kalkaska, Michigan, in Kalkaska County. The station is part of the ANR Pipeline system, which transports natural gas across the United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure to ensure efficient gas flow through the pipeline network. 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 pipelines. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for long-distance gas transmission, typically spaced every 50 to 100 miles along pipeline routes. Located in northern Michigan, the station serves the regional energy grid by facilitating gas supply to residential, commercial, and industrial users. The surrounding Kalkaska area features mixed forest and rural land use, with the station's operations integrated into the broader natural gas infrastructure that supports energy reliability in the Midwest.

The compressor station is situated in a rural area of Kalkaska County, Michigan, near forests and waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to proximity to natural habitats and groundwater resources. The facility's cathodic protection systems and regular inspections help prevent corrosion and leaks, minimizing environmental impact. The transported natural gas, primarily methane, requires careful handling to avoid fugitive emissions.