Great Lakes Gas Transmission Station #13 - Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Otisville, Michigan

Great Lakes Gas Transmission Station #13 is a natural gas pipeline facility located at 7500 E Dodge Rd, Otisville, Michigan, in Genesee County. The facility is part of the Great Lakes Gas Transmission system, which transports natural gas across the northern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, serving regional energy distribution. 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. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and emergency response plans. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Great Lakes Gas Transmission Station #13 plays a key role in the regional natural gas grid, supporting energy delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Michigan and beyond. Its location in a rural area near Otisville helps balance operational needs with community safety. The facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the Great Lakes region.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Genesee County, Michigan, near agricultural land and scattered residential properties. The surrounding region includes waterways such as the Flint River, which may be sensitive to potential pipeline releases. Natural gas pipelines require rigorous cathodic protection and leak detection systems to minimize environmental impact. The area's climate includes cold winters, which can affect pipeline operations and maintenance.