Overview
Lumen Ennergy - Mauler Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Great Bend, Kansas, USA. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Lumen Ennergy - Mauler Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Great Bend, Barton County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified under pipeline transportation of natural gas. 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 leak detection. The facility's location in rural Kansas suggests it may be part of a larger network transporting natural gas from production areas to distribution hubs. Environmental considerations for gas pipelines include proximity to populated areas and waterways. The facility's location in Barton County, which is part of the Central Great Plains, involves flat terrain and agricultural land. Proper maintenance and monitoring are essential to minimize risks such as leaks or ruptures, which could impact local ecosystems and communities.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Central Great Plains ecoregion, characterized by flat to rolling terrain and agricultural land use. Gas pipelines in this area must consider proximity to waterways and populated areas. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation make leak prevention critical to avoid soil and water contamination. Regular cathodic protection and integrity testing are standard practices to mitigate corrosion risks.
Frequently asked questions
Lumen Ennergy - Mauler Station is located in Great Bend, Barton County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 38.383470, -98.894490.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility, classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular integrity testing, leak detection systems, and adherence to PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations.
Gas pipelines in Kansas traverse agricultural and grassland areas, requiring careful monitoring to prevent leaks that could affect soil and water quality. Proper maintenance minimizes risks to local ecosystems.
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