EPNG Station 6210 Bondad - Gas Pipeline Facility in Ignacio, Colorado

EPNG Station 6210 Bondad is a gas pipeline facility located at 2227 County Road 318 in Ignacio, Colorado, within La Plata County. The facility is part of the El Paso Natural Gas (EPNG) pipeline system, which is a major natural gas transmission network in the western United States. The station is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safety of natural gas pipelines. As a compressor station or metering station along the EPNG system, it plays a role in maintaining pressure and flow of natural gas through the pipeline network. The specific technical specifications such as pipeline diameter, length, and capacity are not publicly available for this station. EPNG Station 6210 Bondad contributes to the natural gas supply infrastructure serving the Four Corners region and beyond. The facility supports the transportation of natural gas from producing areas to markets, playing a role in energy reliability for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its location in rural Colorado reflects the typical siting of such facilities away from densely populated areas, though proximity to waterways and sensitive ecosystems requires careful operational management.

The facility is located in the Animas River watershed near Ignacio, Colorado, an area with diverse ecosystems including riparian zones and high desert terrain. Natural gas pipeline operations in this region must manage risks related to potential leaks or ruptures that could affect water quality and wildlife. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections are mandated under PHMSA regulations to ensure pipeline integrity.