Risk: Medium Gas Pipeline Operational

Black Hills Exploration & Prod-Springdal Gas Pipeline, Sterling, Colorado | Pipeline Infrastructure

STERLING, Colorado, United States

Overview

Black Hills Exploration & Prod-Springdal is an operational gas pipeline facility in Sterling, Colorado, USA. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

Black Hills Exploration & Prod-Springdal is a gas pipeline facility located in Sterling, Logan County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transportation infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline, it plays a key role in delivering natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas facility. Typical gas pipelines in Colorado range from small gathering lines to large interstate transmission systems, and this facility likely falls within the medium scale based on its location. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural areas and the South Platte River basin. Pipelines in this region are subject to corrosion protection and leak detection requirements. The facility contributes to the energy supply for Sterling and surrounding communities, supporting local industry and residential heating.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Logan County, Colorado, an area with agricultural land and proximity to the South Platte River. Gas pipelines in this region require cathodic protection and regular inspections to prevent corrosion and leaks. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of methane emissions and fire hazards if not properly maintained.

Frequently asked questions

Black Hills Exploration & Prod-Springdal is located in Sterling, Logan County, Colorado, United States, at SEC 16 T8N R53W.

It is an operational gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.

The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, and maintenance.

Risks include corrosion, third-party damage, and leaks. Pipelines near waterways or populated areas require enhanced monitoring and cathodic protection.

It is part of the natural gas transmission network, connecting production areas to local distribution systems, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users.

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