Overview
Blue Mound Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility in Christian County, Illinois, United States. It operates as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure.
Blue Mound Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Blue Mound, Illinois, United States. It operates within the natural gas transmission sector, serving as a compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline network. The facility is situated in Christian County, southeast of the intersection of N 1400 E Rd and E 2500 N Rd. As a compressor station, this facility is part of the extensive natural gas pipeline infrastructure in the United States, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192. Compressor stations are critical for ensuring efficient gas transport over long distances, typically using centrifugal or reciprocating compressors powered by gas turbines or electric motors. The station contributes to the regional energy grid by supporting the delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its operational status ensures continued reliability of gas supply in the area. The facility's location in central Illinois places it within a network serving both local distribution and interstate transmission.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of central Illinois, characterized by agricultural land and dispersed residential communities. Proximity to populated areas and waterways is a consideration for pipeline safety. The transport of natural gas, primarily methane, requires robust leak detection and cathodic protection systems to prevent environmental releases. The region's flat terrain and seasonal weather patterns influence pipeline maintenance and monitoring practices.
Frequently asked questions
Blue Mound Compressor Station is located in Blue Mound, Christian County, Illinois, United States, southeast of the intersection of N 1400 E Rd and E 2500 N Rd.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline network, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas through the transmission system.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety standards in the United States.
The NAICS code for Blue Mound Compressor Station is 486210, which corresponds to Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion, leak detection technology, emergency shutdown systems, and regular inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
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