Overview
Crawford County Compression Station is a gas pipeline facility in Robinson, Illinois, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Crawford County Compression Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 7020 N 1600th St, Robinson, Illinois, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a compression station within the natural gas pipeline network, supporting the transport of natural gas through 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. Compression stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in long-distance gas pipelines, ensuring efficient delivery to downstream markets. As part of the broader U.S. natural gas infrastructure, this compression station contributes to the reliability of gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Midwest. Its location in Crawford County places it within a network that supports energy distribution across Illinois and neighboring states.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Crawford County, Illinois, near the Wabash River watershed. Proximity to waterways and agricultural land necessitates careful management of potential leaks or spills. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of methane emissions and fire hazards. Pipeline age and cathodic protection systems are key factors in maintaining integrity and preventing corrosion-related incidents.
Frequently asked questions
Crawford County Compression Station is located at 7020 N 1600th St, Robinson, Illinois 62454, United States.
It is a gas pipeline compression station that maintains pressure and flow in natural gas pipelines, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas through the pipeline network.
Gas pipeline facilities in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA and DOT under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
Common risk factors include proximity to populated areas or waterways, age of pipeline infrastructure, effectiveness of cathodic protection, and the type of commodity transported (natural gas).
It serves as a key node in the Midwest natural gas pipeline system, supporting gas delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Illinois and surrounding states.
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