Cheneyville Compressor Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in Cheneyville, Louisiana

Cheneyville Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 100 Jeff Horn Road in Cheneyville, Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It operates within the United States natural gas transmission network, serving as a compression point to maintain flow and pressure in the pipeline system. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in ensuring efficient gas transport across long distances, typical of the extensive pipeline infrastructure in Louisiana. Cheneyville Compressor Station contributes to the regional energy supply chain, supporting natural gas distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its location in central Louisiana places it within a network that connects production areas in the Gulf Coast to markets across the United States.

The facility is situated in a rural area of central Louisiana, near the town of Cheneyville. The region's flat terrain and proximity to waterways such as Bayou Boeuf require careful management to prevent potential leaks or spills. Pipeline infrastructure in this area must consider soil stability and flood risks, with cathodic protection systems in place to mitigate corrosion over time.