Overview
COLORADO INTERSTATE GAS CO - TOTEM C.S. is an operational gas pipeline facility in Bennett, Colorado, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
COLORADO INTERSTATE GAS CO - TOTEM C.S. is a gas pipeline facility located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a compressor station within the interstate natural gas pipeline network. It is situated in the northeastern part of the state, contributing to the transportation of natural gas across the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline system. The NAICS code 486210 indicates pipeline transportation of natural gas. The environmental and operational significance of this facility lies in its role in the natural gas supply chain, supporting energy distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial users. The facility's location in a rural area of Colorado helps mitigate risks associated with proximity to densely populated zones, while still providing essential infrastructure for regional energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Adams County, Colorado, with low population density. The surrounding environment includes agricultural land and open plains. The pipeline infrastructure is subject to regulations regarding cathodic protection and leak detection to minimize environmental impact. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses lower environmental risks compared to hazardous liquids, but still requires careful monitoring to prevent methane emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.882495, -104.351672.
It is a gas pipeline compressor station, which helps maintain pressure and flow in the interstate natural gas pipeline network.
The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for natural gas pipelines, including design, construction, and maintenance.
The NAICS code is 486210, which corresponds to pipeline transportation of natural gas.
As part of the interstate gas pipeline system, it supports the reliable delivery of natural gas to consumers across the region, playing a key role in energy supply.
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