Overview
Enbridge Gas Ohio - Appalachian Basin (Gath) is an operational gas pipeline facility in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Enbridge Gas Ohio - Appalachian Basin (Gath) is a gas pipeline facility located at 1201 East 55th Street in Cleveland, Ohio, within Cuyahoga County. The facility is part of the extensive Appalachian Basin gathering network, which plays a critical role in transporting natural gas from production areas to processing and distribution systems. As a gathering pipeline, it operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in available records, but typical gathering pipelines in the Appalachian Basin range from small-diameter lines to larger trunk lines, often spanning tens to hundreds of kilometers. The pipeline infrastructure in this region is designed to handle the high volumes of natural gas produced from shale formations, such as the Marcellus and Utica shales. Regulatory compliance includes requirements for cathodic protection, leak detection, and integrity management programs to ensure safe operation. The environmental context of this facility is shaped by its urban location in Cleveland, a densely populated area near Lake Erie. Pipelines in such settings require rigorous safety measures to mitigate risks to nearby communities and waterways. The facility's role in the regional energy grid supports local industrial and residential natural gas demand, contributing to energy reliability in the Midwest. Its operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to the natural gas supply chain.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an urban area of Cleveland, near Lake Erie, which is a major freshwater resource. Proximity to populated areas and waterways necessitates robust pipeline safety measures, including regular inspections and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. The pipeline transports natural gas, a commodity that, if released, can pose explosion and climate risks. Regulatory frameworks like PHMSA's integrity management rules help mitigate these environmental and safety concerns.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1201 East 55th Street in Cleveland, Ohio, within Cuyahoga County, United States.
It is a natural gas gathering pipeline facility that transports gas from production areas in the Appalachian Basin to processing and distribution systems.
The pipeline operates under U.S. PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, and integrity management.
Key risk factors include proximity to populated areas and waterways, pipeline age, corrosion potential, and the commodity transported (natural gas).
PHMSA enforces regulations under 49 CFR Part 192, requiring operators to implement integrity management programs, conduct regular inspections, and maintain cathodic protection systems.
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