Overview
Crown Midstream LLC / Northeast Hardesty Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Adams, Oklahoma, United States. It supports natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region.
Crown Midstream LLC / Northeast Hardesty Compressor Station is a gas pipeline compressor station located in Adams, Texas County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the regional natural gas transmission network, serving to maintain pressure and flow within the pipeline system. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it is a critical component of midstream infrastructure, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. The station's location in the Oklahoma Panhandle places it within a significant oil and gas producing region. This compressor station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for industrial, commercial, and residential consumers. Its operation supports energy delivery and economic activity in the region, while adhering to federal safety standards designed to protect public safety and the environment.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of the Oklahoma Panhandle, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. Proximity to waterways is limited, reducing potential environmental impact from pipeline operations. The region's semi-arid climate and flat terrain are typical for natural gas infrastructure. Cathodic protection systems are standard for corrosion control on buried pipelines, and regular inspections under PHMSA regulations help mitigate risks to soil and groundwater.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 5 miles south and 1 mile east of Adams, in Texas County, Oklahoma, United States.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regulates gas pipeline facilities under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Standard safety measures include cathodic protection for corrosion control, pressure monitoring systems, emergency shutdown procedures, and regular inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
It supports the regional natural gas transmission network, helping to deliver gas from production areas to consumers, thereby supporting energy reliability and economic activity in Oklahoma and beyond.
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