Overview
EL PASO NATURAL GAS CO - WILLCOX COMPRESSOR STATION 1 is an operational gas pipeline compressor station in Willcox, Arizona, United States. It supports natural gas transmission under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
EL PASO NATURAL GAS CO - WILLCOX COMPRESSOR STATION 1 is a gas pipeline compressor station located at 5800 E Arzberger Rd in Willcox, Cochise County, Arizona. The facility is part of the extensive natural gas transmission network operated by El Paso Natural Gas Company, serving the southwestern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas transport across long distances. 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. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one typically use gas turbines or electric motors to drive compressors, with capacities varying based on pipeline diameter and system demand. This compressor station plays a critical role in the regional natural gas grid, supporting energy delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Arizona and beyond. Its location in Cochise County places it in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing certain risk factors. The station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the southwestern U.S., which is essential for power generation and heating.
Environmental context
The compressor station is situated in a semi-arid environment in southeastern Arizona, characterized by low annual rainfall and sparse vegetation. Proximity to populated areas is limited, with Willcox being a small town. The primary environmental considerations for gas pipeline compressor stations include air emissions from compressor engines (NOx, CO, VOCs) and potential methane leaks. The facility's operations are subject to EPA air quality regulations and PHMSA leak detection requirements. The surrounding area includes agricultural land and open range, with no major waterways nearby.
Frequently asked questions
The compressor station is located at 5800 E Arzberger Rd, Willcox, Arizona 85643, in Cochise County, United States.
A gas pipeline compressor station maintains pressure and flow in natural gas transmission pipelines, ensuring efficient transport over long distances. It uses compressors powered by gas turbines or electric motors.
Gas pipeline compressor stations are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers safety standards for gas pipelines.
The NAICS code for this facility is 486210, which classifies it as pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Compressor stations must comply with EPA air quality regulations for emissions (NOx, CO, VOCs) and PHMSA requirements for leak detection and methane management.
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