Overview
Cheyenne Plains Gas-Kirk Comp Stat is an operational gas pipeline facility in Kirk Area, Colorado, United States. It supports natural gas transmission under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Cheyenne Plains Gas-Kirk Comp Stat is a gas pipeline facility located in the Kirk Area of Yuma County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network, serving the broader Cheyenne Plains pipeline system. As part of the U.S. pipeline infrastructure, it contributes to the transport of natural gas from production areas to distribution points. 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. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (211111, 211130, 486210) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility is typical of compressor stations that maintain pressure and flow in long-distance gas pipelines. Located in a rural area of eastern Colorado, the facility supports the energy infrastructure that supplies natural gas to communities and industries. Its operational status ensures continued reliability in the regional gas grid. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and open plains, with standard safety measures such as cathodic protection and regular inspections to mitigate risks associated with gas transmission.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural agricultural region of Yuma County, Colorado, characterized by flat plains and farmland. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing population exposure risks. The pipeline transports natural gas, which poses lower environmental hazard compared to hazardous liquids. Standard cathodic protection and right-of-way maintenance help prevent corrosion and leaks. The area's semi-arid climate minimizes waterway proximity concerns, though seasonal irrigation canals may be present.
Frequently asked questions
Cheyenne Plains Gas-Kirk Comp Stat is located in the Kirk Area of Yuma County, Colorado, United States, at NE 1/4 SEC 30 T5S R46W, with a postcode of 80824.
It is a compressor station on the Cheyenne Plains gas pipeline system, responsible for maintaining pressure and flow of natural gas during transmission.
The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, testing, and maintenance.
Safety is ensured through regular inspections, cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, leak detection systems, and compliance with PHMSA integrity management programs.
Compressor stations have localized impacts including noise and air emissions from engines, but modern stations use emission controls and are sited away from sensitive areas.
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