Gulf South Pipeline Co LLC - Bistineau Compressor Station, Ringgold, Louisiana | Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Gulf South Pipeline Co LLC - Bistineau Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located at 540 United Gas Rd in Ringgold, Louisiana. The facility operates within the Gulf South Pipeline system, a major natural gas transmission network serving the southern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure to move gas efficiently through the pipeline, playing a key role in regional energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining flow and pressure over long distances, typically using turbine or electric compressors. Located in rural Bienville Parish, the station is part of a network that connects natural gas supplies from producing regions to markets across the Gulf Coast and beyond. Its operation supports local energy distribution and contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.

The station is situated in a rural area of northwestern Louisiana, near the Bistineau Lake region. Natural gas pipeline operations in this area must consider proximity to waterways and wetlands, as well as potential impacts on local wildlife. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections ensure integrity. The facility's environmental footprint is managed through compliance with PHMSA regulations and state environmental permits.