BISON MIDSTREAM, LLC-EAST COMPRESSOR STATION - Gas Pipeline Compressor Station in Palermo, North Dakota
PALERMO, North Dakota, United States
Overview
BISON MIDSTREAM, LLC-EAST COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline compressor station in Palermo, North Dakota, United States. It supports natural gas transmission under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
BISON MIDSTREAM, LLC-EAST COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline compressor station located in Palermo, Mountrail County, North Dakota, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key component in the regional natural gas transmission network, supporting the movement of gas from production areas to downstream markets. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline system, a critical function for long-distance gas transport. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is part of the pipeline transportation of natural gas sector. Located in the Bakken shale region, this compressor station plays a vital role in gathering and transmitting natural gas from one of the most productive oil and gas basins in the United States. Its operation supports energy supply stability and economic activity in the region, while adhering to stringent safety and environmental standards.
Environmental context
The compressor station is situated in a rural area of Mountrail County, North Dakota, within the Bakken shale formation. The region is characterized by cold winters and flat to rolling terrain. Proximity to agricultural land and sparse population reduces immediate environmental sensitivity, but pipeline infrastructure in this area must manage risks related to permafrost, soil erosion, and potential leaks. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections ensure integrity.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Palermo, Mountrail County, North Dakota, United States, at SW 1/4, SE 1/4, SEC. 35, T157N, R90W.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to markets.
Gas pipeline compressor stations are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, pressure monitoring, leak detection systems, emergency shutdown valves, and regular inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
The Bakken shale formation in North Dakota is a major source of natural gas and oil, requiring extensive pipeline infrastructure for gathering and transmission. Compressor stations like this one are critical for moving gas from wells to processing plants and interstate pipelines.
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