EQUINOR PIPELINES LLC-CENTRAL BANKS CDP COMPRESSOR STATION - Watford City, North Dakota Gas Pipeline Compressor Station

EQUINOR PIPELINES LLC-CENTRAL BANKS CDP COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline compressor station located in Watford City, McKenzie County, North Dakota, United States. The facility is part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure that serves the region's energy needs. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to end users. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety in the United States. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for long-distance gas transmission, typically featuring gas turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. The station plays a key role in the natural gas supply chain in North Dakota, a state with significant oil and gas production from the Bakken formation. By maintaining pipeline pressure, it supports reliable delivery of natural gas to industrial, commercial, and residential customers. The facility's location in McKenzie County places it within an active energy production area, contributing to the regional economy and energy security.

The compressor station is situated in McKenzie County, North Dakota, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas and waterways requires careful management of emissions and noise. Natural gas compressor stations typically have air permits for engine emissions and may implement noise mitigation measures. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations under the Clean Air Act and state-level requirements.