Entergy Mississippi Attala Plant - Gas Pipeline Facility in Sallis, Mississippi

Entergy Mississippi Attala Plant is a gas pipeline facility located in Sallis, Attala County, Mississippi, United States. It operates within the natural gas transmission sector, supporting regional energy infrastructure. The facility is part of Entergy's network in Mississippi, contributing to the state's natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a gas transmission asset, it is subject to safety standards including cathodic protection, leak detection, and integrity management programs. The plant's NAICS codes (221112 and 486210) indicate its role in both electric power generation and natural gas transmission. This pipeline facility plays a key role in delivering natural gas to customers in Mississippi, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. Its location in Attala County places it within a region with moderate population density, requiring careful operational monitoring to ensure safety and reliability.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Attala County, Mississippi, near the town of Sallis. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural land and forested areas, with the Big Black River watershed nearby. Pipeline operations in this region must manage potential impacts on soil and water resources, particularly during construction and maintenance activities. The transport of natural gas, while less hazardous than liquids, still requires robust leak prevention and emergency response protocols to protect local ecosystems and communities.