Cameron Interstate Pipeline LLC - Holbrook Compressor Station, Moss Bluff, Louisiana | Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Cameron Interstate Pipeline LLC - Holbrook Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located in Moss Bluff, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the broader Cameron Interstate Pipeline system, which plays a key role in transporting natural gas across the region. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring efficient gas delivery. 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. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation operation. Typical compressor stations like this one use gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors, with capacities varying based on pipeline diameter and throughput. Located in southwestern Louisiana near the Gulf Coast, the station supports the region's extensive natural gas infrastructure, which serves industrial, commercial, and residential customers. The facility's operational status ensures reliable gas transmission, contributing to energy supply stability in the area. Its proximity to the Gulf Coast also ties into the broader network of gas processing and export facilities.

The facility is situated in a region with significant natural gas infrastructure, near populated areas and waterways. Compressor stations can have localized environmental impacts, including noise and air emissions from compressor engines. The area's flat terrain and proximity to the Gulf Coast may influence flood risk and require appropriate mitigation measures. Pipeline safety regulations mandate leak detection and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion and environmental releases.