BRIDGELINE HOLDINGS LP - DONALDSONVILLE COMPRESSOR STATION: Gas Pipeline Facility in Lauderdale, Louisiana

BRIDGELINE HOLDINGS LP - DONALDSONVILLE COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline facility located in Lauderdale, St. James Parish, Louisiana. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the natural gas transmission network in the region. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are critical for long-distance gas transmission, typically featuring gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. The station's location in Louisiana places it within a major hub for natural gas infrastructure in the United States. This compressor station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial consumers in the region. Its operation supports the broader energy grid and helps meet demand in the Gulf Coast area. The facility's presence underscores the importance of pipeline infrastructure in maintaining energy security and economic activity in Louisiana.

The facility is situated in a region with numerous waterways and wetlands, including the Mississippi River and surrounding bayous. Proximity to populated areas and sensitive ecosystems requires robust safety measures to prevent leaks or ruptures. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of fire and explosion, necessitating strict adherence to PHMSA regulations and cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion.