Overview
ENLINK LIG LLC - FALSE RIVER STATION is an operational gas pipeline facility in Erwinville, Louisiana, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ENLINK LIG LLC - FALSE RIVER STATION is a gas pipeline facility located in Erwinville, West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transportation infrastructure in the region. Its location near the Mississippi River and Baton Rouge places it within a major energy corridor. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (211111, 211120, 486210) indicate involvement in crude petroleum extraction, natural gas extraction, and pipeline transportation of natural gas. Typical gas pipeline facilities in Louisiana are medium to large in scale, often spanning tens to hundreds of miles. The False River Station plays a role in the regional natural gas grid, supporting energy supply for industrial, commercial, and residential users in Louisiana. Its proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust safety and environmental management practices, including cathodic protection and regular integrity assessments.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a region with numerous waterways, including the Mississippi River and False River, which increases the risk of pipeline spills affecting aquatic ecosystems. The area is also prone to subsidence and flooding, which can stress pipeline infrastructure. Cathodic protection systems and regular inspections are critical to prevent corrosion-related leaks. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses explosion and greenhouse gas emission risks if released.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 0.46 miles south of St Romain Road in Erwinville, West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility, classified under NAICS codes 211111, 211120, and 486210, indicating involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction and pipeline transportation.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
Risk factors include proximity to waterways like the Mississippi River, soil subsidence, corrosion, and third-party damage. Cathodic protection and regular integrity inspections are used to mitigate these risks.
The facility transports natural gas from extraction sites to distribution networks, supporting energy supply for industrial, commercial, and residential users in Louisiana and the Gulf Coast region.
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