ExxonMobil Production - Grabber Fee #1 Station - Gas Pipeline in Hugoton, Kansas

ExxonMobil Production - Grabber Fee #1 Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transportation infrastructure in the region, supporting the movement of gas from production areas to downstream markets. 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 gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance to ensure safe and reliable service. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas operation. The Grabber Fee #1 Station plays a role in the regional energy grid, connecting natural gas production in the Hugoton area to broader pipeline networks. Its location in Kansas places it within a significant natural gas-producing region, contributing to the state's energy infrastructure and supporting local and national energy needs.

The facility is situated in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and natural gas production. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate risk to communities. The pipeline's commodity is natural gas, which poses lower environmental risk compared to hazardous liquids. Cathodic protection and regular inspections are standard practices to prevent leaks and corrosion.