Black Warrior Transmission Corporation Gas Pipeline, Brookwood, Alabama

Black Warrior Transmission Corporation is a gas pipeline facility located in Brookwood, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. The pipeline is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission infrastructure of the region, connecting supply sources to distribution networks. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas transmission pipeline, it is subject to standards for design, construction, testing, and maintenance to ensure safe and reliable operation. The pipeline contributes to the energy supply chain in Alabama, supporting industrial, commercial, and residential natural gas needs. Its location in Brookwood places it within a network of pipelines serving the southeastern United States, a region with significant natural gas demand for power generation and heating.

The pipeline traverses areas near Tuscaloosa County, which includes waterways and populated zones. Proximity to such features necessitates robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent corrosion and environmental releases. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and fire hazards, requiring adherence to PHMSA integrity management programs.