Overview
Columbia Gas Medina Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Medina, Ohio, United States. It supports natural gas transmission under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Columbia Gas Medina Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 2834 Stiegler Rd in Medina, Ohio, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network, serving the broader Ohio area. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it is a critical component for maintaining pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas. This compressor station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the region, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its location in Medina County places it within a network of pipelines that connect to major markets, highlighting its role in energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a mixed urban and rural area of Medina County, Ohio. Proximity to populated areas and waterways requires careful monitoring of pipeline integrity and cathodic protection systems to prevent leaks. The commodity transported, natural gas, poses risks of combustion and greenhouse gas emissions if released, necessitating robust safety measures.
Frequently asked questions
Columbia Gas Medina Compressor Station is located at 2834 Stiegler Rd, Medina, Ohio 44256, United States.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system to ensure efficient gas transmission.
The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety.
Gas compressor stations must comply with PHMSA regulations including pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and emergency response plans under 49 CFR Part 192.
It supports the reliability of natural gas delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region, contributing to energy stability.
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