BLUEWATER GAS STORAGE, LLC - KIMBALL GAS STORAGE | Gas Pipeline Facility in Kimball Twp, Michigan

BLUEWATER GAS STORAGE, LLC - KIMBALL GAS STORAGE is a gas pipeline facility located at 750 Scott Road in Kimball Twp, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. It serves as a storage and transmission hub within the regional natural gas infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Typical for gas storage facilities in Michigan, the infrastructure includes underground storage fields, compressor stations, and pipeline networks that connect to major interstate systems. The scale of such facilities can vary, but they are critical for balancing seasonal demand and supply. Environmentally, the facility's proximity to the St. Clair River and Lake St. Clair requires careful management of cathodic protection and leak detection systems to protect water resources. As part of the regional gas grid, it supports energy reliability for residential, commercial, and industrial users in southeastern Michigan and beyond. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to energy security and grid stability.

The facility is located in a region with significant surface water resources, including the St. Clair River and Lake St. Clair. Proximity to populated areas and waterways necessitates robust cathodic protection and leak detection to prevent corrosion and potential releases. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions, requiring adherence to PHMSA's integrity management programs. Local environmental considerations include protection of aquatic habitats and groundwater quality.