Columbia Gas - Rutledge Road Gas Pipeline Facility, Fallston, Maryland

Columbia Gas - Rutledge Road is a gas pipeline facility located at 2220 Rutledge Road in Fallston, Harford County, Maryland, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas pipeline, it is subject to standards for design, construction, testing, and maintenance to ensure safe operation. This facility plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, delivering energy to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Fallston area and beyond. Its location in Harford County places it within a region with a mix of suburban and rural communities, emphasizing the importance of pipeline integrity and safety.

The facility is situated in Harford County, Maryland, an area with a mix of suburban development and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas and waterways requires careful management of pipeline integrity and cathodic protection to prevent leaks and environmental impact. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of combustion and greenhouse gas emissions if released.