Durango Midstream - Zook Station: Gas Pipeline Facility in Larned, Kansas

Durango Midstream - Zook Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Larned, Pawnee County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas transportation infrastructure. As a gas pipeline, it is part of a network that moves natural gas from production areas to distribution systems. 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. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, and maintenance, as well as integrity management programs to prevent leaks and ruptures. In the context of Kansas's energy infrastructure, gas pipelines like Zook Station are critical for transporting natural gas from the Hugoton Gas Field and other producing areas to markets. The facility's location in a rural area reduces proximity to densely populated zones, but pipeline integrity and cathodic protection remain key operational priorities to ensure safety and environmental protection.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Pawnee County, Kansas, which reduces direct exposure to high-density populations. However, gas pipelines can pose risks to nearby waterways and agricultural land if leaks occur. The region's flat terrain and agricultural use mean that pipeline right-of-way maintenance and leak detection are important for preventing soil and water contamination. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to mitigate corrosion, a common risk factor for aging pipelines.