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Gulf South Pipeline Co LLC - Montpelier Compressor Station, Holden, Louisiana | Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

HOLDEN, Louisiana, United States

Overview

Gulf South Pipeline Co LLC - Montpelier Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility in Holden, Louisiana, United States. It operates as part of the Gulf South Pipeline system, supporting regional gas transmission.

Gulf South Pipeline Co LLC - Montpelier Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Holden, Livingston Parish, Louisiana. The station is part of the Gulf South Pipeline network, which plays a key role in transporting natural gas across the Gulf Coast region. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient delivery of natural gas to downstream markets. 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 pipeline safety. The station is situated in a region with extensive pipeline infrastructure, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers. Typical compressor stations in this area are equipped with gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors, though specific equipment details for this station are not disclosed. The Montpelier Compressor Station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in Louisiana and neighboring states. Its location in Livingston Parish places it within a network that supports energy needs for power generation, manufacturing, and heating. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the regional grid, highlighting its importance in maintaining energy security.

Environmental context

The station is located in a rural area of Livingston Parish, Louisiana, near the Tickfaw River and other waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider proximity to water bodies and residential areas to minimize environmental risks. The facility operates under PHMSA regulations that require leak detection, corrosion control, and emergency response plans to protect local ecosystems and communities.

Frequently asked questions

The station is located at 477 Highway 441, Holden, Louisiana 70744, in Livingston Parish.

It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the Gulf South Pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas transmission.

The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety.

Safety measures include cathodic protection for corrosion control, leak detection systems, pressure monitoring, and emergency shutdown procedures.

It supports reliable natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region, contributing to energy security and economic activity.

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