Columbia Gas - Owings Mills Station: Gas Pipeline Facility in Owings Mills, Maryland

Columbia Gas - Owings Mills Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Owings Mills, Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline station, it plays a role in the safe and efficient transport of natural gas to end-users. 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. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. The Owings Mills station contributes to the regional energy grid by supporting the distribution of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Baltimore area. Its operational status ensures continued service reliability and energy supply for the surrounding community.

The facility is located in a suburban area near Owings Mills, Maryland, which is part of the Baltimore metropolitan region. Proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety measures to mitigate risks associated with gas pipeline operations. The local environment includes waterways and residential zones, requiring careful monitoring of pipeline integrity and cathodic protection to prevent leaks and environmental impact.