Overview
Gulf South Pipeline Company LLC, Moss Point Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Moss Point, Mississippi, United States, regulated under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Gulf South Pipeline Company LLC, Moss Point Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 14451 Highway 63 in Moss Point, Jackson County, Mississippi, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a compressor station within the Gulf South Pipeline system, which is a major natural gas transportation network in the southeastern United States. 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 the safe transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in long-distance gas pipelines, typically featuring gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. Located near the Gulf Coast, this compressor station plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas distribution to industrial, commercial, and residential customers. Its proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust safety measures, including cathodic protection and regular inspections to mitigate corrosion and leak risks.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a coastal region near the Gulf of Mexico, with proximity to waterways and populated areas. The local environment includes wetlands and estuaries, which are sensitive to potential pipeline leaks. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection, emergency response plans, and corrosion control to protect these ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 14451 Highway 63, Moss Point, Jackson County, Mississippi, United States, with coordinates 30.506750, -88.532306.
It is a compressor station on the Gulf South Pipeline system, which compresses natural gas to maintain pressure and flow through the pipeline network.
Gas pipeline facilities in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, leak detection systems, emergency shutdown valves, and regular inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
Compressor stations are essential for boosting pressure to move natural gas over long distances, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery to end users.
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