Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC-Summerfield Compressor Station - Sarahsville, Ohio Gas Pipeline Facility

The Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC-Summerfield Compressor Station is a key natural gas pipeline facility located at 24372 Raymond Hill Rd, Sarahsville, Ohio, within Noble County. As part of the United States' extensive natural gas transmission infrastructure, this compressor station helps maintain pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas transport across the region. Operating under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and in compliance with 49 CFR Part 192, the facility adheres to stringent safety standards for gas pipelines. Compressor stations like this one are critical for long-distance gas transmission, typically using turbine or reciprocating compressors to boost gas pressure. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified under pipeline transportation of natural gas. The Summerfield Compressor Station plays a vital role in the regional energy grid, supporting the delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its location in rural Ohio reflects the typical siting of such infrastructure away from densely populated areas, though it remains subject to environmental and safety regulations to minimize risks to nearby communities and ecosystems.

Located in rural Noble County, Ohio, the compressor station operates in a landscape of mixed agricultural and forested areas. Natural gas pipeline infrastructure can pose risks related to methane leakage and habitat fragmentation. The facility's proximity to waterways and populated areas is mitigated by regulatory requirements for leak detection and cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion. Routine maintenance and monitoring help reduce environmental impact.