DCP Midstream - Vastar Station: Gas Pipeline Facility in Ulysses, Kansas

DCP Midstream - Vastar Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in the Hugoton Gas Field region, a major natural gas producing area. As a midstream gas pipeline station, it plays a role in the transportation and processing of natural gas within the broader DCP Midstream network. 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. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (211111, 211120, 486210) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and pipeline transportation of natural gas. The station is part of a vast pipeline infrastructure network in Kansas, which is a key state for natural gas production and transit. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and the High Plains ecosystem. The pipeline infrastructure in this region is critical for delivering natural gas to markets across the United States. The station's operational status and compliance with federal safety standards contribute to the reliability of the regional gas supply.

The facility is situated in the High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, an area with semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Pipeline infrastructure in this region crosses sensitive ecosystems, including grasslands and playa wetlands. The transport of natural gas through pipelines reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to truck or rail transport, but requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks and protect local water resources.