CHESAPEAKE EXPLORATION LLC - AYRVIEW ACRES Gas Pipeline Facility in East Rochester, Ohio

CHESAPEAKE EXPLORATION LLC - AYRVIEW ACRES is a gas pipeline facility located at 25842 U.S. 30 in East Rochester, Columbiana County, Ohio. As part of the United States pipeline infrastructure, this facility is classified under NAICS 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility is currently operational and contributes to the regional natural gas distribution network. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), specifically under 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. This regulatory regime mandates safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including requirements for cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response. In Ohio, pipeline infrastructure is also subject to state-level oversight by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). The Ayrview Acres facility plays a role in the broader natural gas supply chain serving eastern Ohio. The region is part of the Utica and Marcellus shale plays, which have driven significant pipeline development. The facility's location near U.S. Route 30 provides connectivity to major transmission corridors, supporting local distribution and industrial end-users. Its operational status ensures continued service to the community and regional energy markets.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Columbiana County, Ohio, near the town of East Rochester. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural land and scattered residential properties. Proximity to waterways such as the Middle Fork of the Little Beaver Creek requires careful management of potential spills or leaks to protect water quality. Typical gas pipelines in this region are subject to PHMSA corrosion control requirements. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of methane leakage and combustion, necessitating robust leak detection and emergency response protocols.