Overview
IACX GATHERING - EDWARDS CO. #2 STATION is a gas pipeline facility in Belpre, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
IACX GATHERING - EDWARDS CO. #2 STATION is a gas pipeline facility located in Belpre, Edwards County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas gathering infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline, it plays a key role in transporting natural gas from production areas to processing or transmission systems. 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 design, construction, testing, and maintenance, as well as cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. The station contributes to the energy infrastructure of Kansas, supporting local natural gas production and distribution. Its location in a rural area of Edwards County reduces proximity to dense populations, but pipeline integrity management remains critical to ensure safe operation and environmental protection.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Edwards County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. Gas pipelines in such settings typically require careful monitoring of cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion and leaks. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of methane emissions and potential fire hazards if released. Proximity to waterways and sensitive habitats should be considered in emergency response planning.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Belpre, Edwards County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.912243, -99.092550.
It is a natural gas gathering pipeline station that transports gas from production wells to processing or transmission systems.
The pipeline is regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety, including design, construction, and maintenance standards.
The NAICS code is 486210, which corresponds to pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Risk factors include pipeline age, corrosion, third-party damage, and proximity to populated areas. Regulatory compliance and cathodic protection help mitigate these risks.
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