Cane Hill Compressor Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in Columbia, Louisiana

Cane Hill Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 2700 Hwy 165 South in Columbia, Louisiana, within Caldwell County. The station is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. As part of the U.S. natural gas transmission network, it plays a role in maintaining pressure and flow along the pipeline system. 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. Compressor stations like this one are critical for moving natural gas over long distances, typically using centrifugal or reciprocating compressors. The station's location in rural Louisiana places it within a region with extensive pipeline infrastructure supporting both intrastate and interstate gas transport. Environmentally, the station's operations involve combustion emissions from compressor engines and potential risks associated with gas leaks. Proximity to local waterways and the Ouachita River basin requires adherence to spill prevention and cathodic protection standards. The facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.

The Cane Hill Compressor Station is situated in a rural area near the Ouachita River basin, which supports diverse aquatic habitats. Pipeline operations in this region must manage risks of gas leaks and corrosion, with cathodic protection systems in place to prevent pipeline degradation. The station's compressor engines emit air pollutants, requiring compliance with EPA emissions standards. Spill prevention measures are critical to protect nearby waterways from potential contamination.