Overview
EL PASO NATURAL GAS CO - WENDEN COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline compressor station in Wenden, Arizona, United States. It supports natural gas transmission through the regional pipeline network.
EL PASO NATURAL GAS CO - WENDEN COMPRESSOR STATION is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located in Wenden, La Paz County, Arizona, United States. The facility is part of the extensive natural gas transmission infrastructure operated by El Paso Natural Gas Company, which connects supply basins to markets across the southwestern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas transport. The station operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pipeline capacity over long distances, particularly in the arid and mountainous terrain of Arizona. The Wenden compressor station plays a key role in the regional energy grid, supporting natural gas delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location along Interstate 10 provides strategic access for maintenance and operations. The facility contributes to energy reliability in the southwestern United States, where natural gas is a primary fuel for electricity generation and heating.
Environmental context
The compressor station is situated in a remote desert area of western Arizona, characterized by low population density and arid climate. Proximity to Interstate 10 and nearby waterways such as the Bill Williams River may influence environmental monitoring requirements. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider soil erosion, wildlife corridors, and potential impacts on sensitive desert ecosystems. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections ensure integrity.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located south of Interstate 10 at milepost 63 in Wenden, La Paz County, Arizona, United States.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow within the El Paso Natural Gas pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas across the southwestern United States.
The station is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.
The NAICS code is 486210, which classifies the facility as pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, pressure monitoring, and emergency shutdown systems to ensure safe operation.
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