Florida Gas Transmission Valve Site 15-4 - Gas Pipeline Valve Site in Lake Butler, Florida

Florida Gas Transmission Valve Site 15-4 is a gas pipeline valve site located in Lake Butler, Union County, Florida, USA. The facility is part of the Florida Gas Transmission (FGT) pipeline system, which is one of the largest natural gas pipeline networks in the southeastern United States, supplying natural gas to power plants, industrial users, and residential customers across Florida. The site is situated near the intersection of SR 18 and SR 241, approximately 1600 feet northwest of that junction. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT), specifically 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. Valve sites like this one are critical components of pipeline infrastructure, allowing operators to isolate sections of the pipeline for maintenance or emergency response. The FGT system spans over 4,000 miles and includes numerous valve sites, compressor stations, and metering stations. As part of the FGT system, this valve site plays a key role in ensuring reliable natural gas delivery to the region. The pipeline network supports Florida's energy needs, including electricity generation and industrial processes. The site's location in a rural area near Lake Butler minimizes risks to densely populated areas, though proximity to local waterways and agricultural land requires careful monitoring of cathodic protection and leak detection systems.

The valve site is located in a rural area of Union County, Florida, near agricultural land and local waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider potential impacts on soil and water resources, particularly from leaks or ruptures. The facility is subject to PHMSA regulations requiring corrosion control, leak detection, and emergency response plans to protect the surrounding environment.