FORREST ENERGY - CHEYENNE CO. #1 STATION (DEHY) - Gas Pipeline Facility in Cheyenne County, Kansas

FORREST ENERGY - CHEYENNE CO. #1 STATION (DEHY) is a gas pipeline facility located in Cheyenne County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a dehydration station within the natural gas transmission network, playing a role in preparing gas for transport through the pipeline system. Its location in rural Kansas places it within a region active in oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a dehydration station, it removes water vapor from natural gas to prevent corrosion and hydrate formation, ensuring pipeline integrity. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is part of the pipeline transportation of natural gas sector. This station contributes to the regional energy infrastructure by conditioning natural gas for downstream delivery. Its operations support local energy markets and the broader U.S. natural gas grid. The facility's location in Cheyenne County aligns with the area's historical role in natural gas production and transport.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Cheyenne County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. The local environment includes prairie ecosystems and groundwater resources that may be sensitive to pipeline operations. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection, cathodic protection, and spill prevention measures to mitigate risks to soil and water quality.