Columbia Gas Transmission LLC - Oak Hill Compressor Station | Gas Pipeline Facility in Oak Hill, Ohio

Columbia Gas Transmission LLC - Oak Hill Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 1306 Pyro Rd, Oak Hill, Jackson County, Ohio, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline system, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the Midwest. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for ensuring efficient gas transport over long distances, and they typically include equipment such as gas turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. Located in rural Ohio, the station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its position in Jackson County places it within a region with a mix of agricultural and forested land, and the facility is designed with safety measures including cathodic protection and regular inspections to mitigate risks associated with gas transmission.

The Oak Hill Compressor Station is situated in a rural area of southeastern Ohio, characterized by rolling hills and mixed hardwood forests. The facility's proximity to local waterways and populated areas necessitates careful environmental management, including spill prevention and leak detection systems. Natural gas transmission infrastructure in this region is subject to federal regulations that require monitoring of cathodic protection and pipeline integrity to prevent corrosion and potential releases.