ETC TIGER PIPELINE LLC - CHATHAM COMPRESSOR STATION: Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure in Chatham, Louisiana

ETC TIGER PIPELINE LLC - CHATHAM COMPRESSOR STATION is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located in Chatham, Jackson Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is part of the Tiger Pipeline system, which transports natural gas across the region. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring efficient gas delivery. The station operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. Louisiana is a major hub for natural gas infrastructure, with extensive pipeline networks connecting production areas in the Gulf Coast to markets. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. The Chatham Compressor Station plays a critical role in maintaining the reliability of natural gas supply in the region. By boosting pressure, it enables the transport of gas over long distances, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The station's location in rural Louisiana reflects the typical siting of such facilities away from densely populated areas, though proximity to waterways and agricultural land requires careful environmental management.

The station is situated in a rural area of Jackson Parish, Louisiana, near waterways and agricultural land. Natural gas compressor stations typically have emissions from engines and potential for minor methane leaks. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection and cathodic protection to minimize environmental impact. The facility's location away from major population centers reduces exposure risks, but ongoing monitoring is essential to protect local ecosystems.