Overview
ExxonMobil Production Co. operates a gas pipeline in Stevens County, Kansas, serving the Olsen #1 area. This facility is part of the U.S. natural gas transmission network regulated by PHMSA.
ExxonMobil Production Co. operates a gas pipeline facility located in Stevens County, Kansas, near the Olsen #1 area. This pipeline is part of the extensive natural gas transmission infrastructure in the United States, connecting production sites to processing and distribution networks. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. The pipeline operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), specifically 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. This ensures compliance with safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance. The facility is currently operational and serves the regional gas transmission needs in southwestern Kansas. Kansas is a significant hub for natural gas production and transportation, with pipelines playing a critical role in moving gas from the Hugoton Basin and other fields to markets. This facility contributes to the reliability of gas supply for industrial, commercial, and residential users in the region. Its location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but ongoing monitoring and cathodic protection are essential for pipeline integrity.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses the High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to waterways and populated areas is limited, but the pipeline's age and cathodic protection status are key factors for environmental risk. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses lower spill risk compared to liquids but requires leak detection and prevention measures.
Frequently asked questions
The pipeline is located in Stevens County, Kansas, near the Olsen #1 area, with coordinates 37.291800 N, -101.402000 W.
This facility is a natural gas transmission pipeline that transports gas from production sites to processing plants or distribution networks, serving the regional energy infrastructure.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Gas pipelines must comply with PHMSA regulations including cathodic protection for corrosion control, leak detection systems, regular inspections, and emergency response plans.
The pipeline is part of the natural gas transmission network in Kansas, supporting the transport of gas from production areas like the Hugoton Basin to markets, ensuring reliable energy supply.
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