GLASCO COMPRESSOR STATION 105 - Gas Pipeline Facility in Glasco, Kansas

GLASCO COMPRESSOR STATION 105 is a gas pipeline compressor station located at 687 Deer Rd in Glasco, Kansas, within Cloud County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission network of the United States, classified under NAICS code 486210 for Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas. The facility 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. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in long-distance natural gas pipelines, and they typically include gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. Located in rural north-central Kansas, the station contributes to the regional energy infrastructure, supporting the transport of natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. Its operation is subject to safety regulations including cathodic protection and leak detection to minimize environmental impact.

The facility is situated in a rural agricultural area of north-central Kansas, with proximity to the Solomon River and several creeks. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to soil erosion and waterway crossings. The station's operation involves combustion emissions from compressors, which are regulated under the Clean Air Act. Cathodic protection systems are used to prevent corrosion, reducing the risk of leaks that could affect local soil and water quality.