EEC Station 5401 - Gas Pipeline Facility in Guyton, Georgia

EEC Station 5401 is a gas pipeline facility located at 801 Low Ground Road in Guyton, Effingham County, Georgia, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US 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 integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. In Georgia, pipeline infrastructure is subject to state-level oversight as well, ensuring compliance with federal standards. As part of the natural gas grid, EEC Station 5401 contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to industrial, commercial, and residential customers in the region. The facility's location in Effingham County places it within a network that supports energy needs in southeastern Georgia, including areas near Savannah and the broader coastal plain.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Effingham County, Georgia, near the Savannah River basin. Proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust pipeline integrity programs to prevent leaks and protect water resources. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and fire hazards, requiring adherence to PHMSA's leak detection and repair standards.