Great Lakes Gas Transmission - Station 10A: Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Moran, Michigan

Great Lakes Gas Transmission - Station 10A is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Moran, Mackinac County, Michigan, United States. The facility is part of the Great Lakes Gas Transmission system, which transports natural gas across the Great Lakes region. As a compressor station, it plays a key role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline network. 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. The station is situated in a rural area of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, near the Straits of Mackinac. The pipeline infrastructure in this region is critical for connecting natural gas supplies from western Canada and the U.S. Midwest to markets in the eastern United States. The environmental context includes proximity to the Great Lakes and sensitive freshwater ecosystems. Pipeline operations in this area require careful monitoring to prevent leaks or spills that could impact water quality. The facility's location in a region with cold winters and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles also influences maintenance and integrity management practices.

The facility is located near the Straits of Mackinac, which connect Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. The surrounding area includes mixed forest and wetlands, with sensitive aquatic habitats. Pipeline operations in this region must address risks of corrosion and ground movement due to seasonal freeze-thaw cycles. Cathodic protection systems and regular inspections are standard practices to prevent leaks that could affect the Great Lakes ecosystem.