Overview
EGTS - Auburn Measuring & Regulating Station is a gas pipeline facility in Auburn, New York, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
EGTS - Auburn Measuring & Regulating Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 6697 Bradley Street in Auburn, Cayuga County, New York, United States. It is part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure serving the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a measuring and regulating station, it monitors and controls gas flow and pressure within the pipeline network. This station plays a key role in the local natural gas grid, ensuring reliable supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Auburn area. Its location in upstate New York places it within a region with significant pipeline infrastructure supporting energy distribution across the Northeast.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a mixed urban and agricultural area near Auburn, with proximity to Owasco Lake and the Finger Lakes region. Pipeline operations are subject to environmental oversight to prevent leaks and protect water resources. The station's design includes cathodic protection and regular inspections to mitigate corrosion risks.
Frequently asked questions
EGTS - Auburn Measuring & Regulating Station is located at 6697 Bradley Street in Auburn, Cayuga County, New York, United States.
It is a gas pipeline measuring and regulating station that monitors and controls the flow and pressure of natural gas within the transmission pipeline network.
Gas pipeline facilities in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, pressure relief systems, leak detection equipment, and regular inspections to ensure compliance with PHMSA regulations.
The station helps maintain stable gas pressure and flow, ensuring reliable natural gas supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Auburn area and the broader New York region.
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