Chevron Pipe Line Co - Lake Charles Booster Station, Sulphur, Louisiana | Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Chevron Pipe Line Co - Lake Charles Booster Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 2159 Clifton Ridge Road in Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission network serving the Gulf Coast region. As a booster station, it helps maintain pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas to downstream markets. 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. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. While specific technical specifications such as pipeline length or capacity are not detailed, booster stations of this type typically include compression equipment and monitoring systems to ensure safe and reliable operation. Located in the industrial corridor of southwest Louisiana, the station supports the region's energy infrastructure, which includes numerous petrochemical plants and liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals. The facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the area. Its proximity to the Gulf Coast also places it within a network of pipelines that connect production areas to major consumption centers.

The facility is situated in a region with extensive pipeline infrastructure, where proximity to populated areas and waterways is a key environmental consideration. The station's location near the Calcasieu River and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway requires careful management to prevent leaks or spills that could impact aquatic ecosystems. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to mitigate corrosion risks, and regular inspections are mandated under PHMSA regulations to ensure pipeline integrity.