Overview
EL PASO NATURAL GAS CO - VAIL STATION is an operational gas pipeline facility in Tucson, Arizona, United States. It is part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure serving the region.
EL PASO NATURAL GAS CO - VAIL STATION is a gas pipeline facility located at 10200 S RITA RD in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. It operates within the United States natural gas transmission network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 221210 (Natural Gas Distribution) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas), indicating its role in both distribution and transmission. The facility operates under the federal regulatory framework for gas pipelines, which includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. As part of the El Paso Natural Gas system, it likely connects to major interstate pipelines serving the southwestern United States. Typical compressor or metering stations like this one support the safe and efficient transport of natural gas. This station plays a key role in the natural gas supply chain for Tucson and surrounding areas, contributing to energy reliability for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its location in Pima County places it within a region with growing energy demand, and its operational status ensures continued service. The facility's environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air quality, which are managed through regulatory compliance and emission controls.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an arid region of southern Arizona, near the city of Tucson. Natural gas pipeline operations in this area must consider proximity to urban development and sensitive desert ecosystems. Pipeline integrity and leak prevention are critical to avoid methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. The facility's compliance with PHMSA regulations helps mitigate risks to nearby communities and the environment.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 10200 S RITA RD in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, United States.
It is a gas pipeline facility that operates as part of the natural gas transmission and distribution network, regulated under PHMSA's 49 CFR Part 192.
Gas pipelines in the US are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including integrity management and leak detection.
The facility is classified under NAICS 221210 (Natural Gas Distribution) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas).
It supports natural gas transmission to the Tucson area, ensuring reliable energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users.
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