FLORIDA GAS TRANSMISSION CO - VINTON COMPRESSOR STATION #377 - Gas Pipeline Compressor Station in Vinton, Louisiana

FLORIDA GAS TRANSMISSION CO - VINTON COMPRESSOR STATION #377 is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located in Vinton, Calcasieu County, Louisiana, United States. The facility is part of the Florida Gas Transmission pipeline system, which transports natural gas across the Gulf Coast region. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring efficient gas delivery to downstream markets. 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. The facility's 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-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. This compressor station plays a key role in the regional natural gas grid, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its location in Louisiana places it within a major energy corridor, with proximity to natural gas production areas and interstate pipeline connections. The facility contributes to the reliability and capacity of the Florida Gas Transmission system, which serves markets in the southeastern United States.

The compressor station is situated in a region with significant oil and gas infrastructure, near the Gulf Coast. Potential environmental considerations include air emissions from compressor engines, noise impacts on nearby areas, and the risk of pipeline leaks or ruptures. The facility's proximity to waterways and populated areas may require robust safety and environmental management practices, including leak detection and cathodic protection systems.