MARITIMES & NORTHEAST PIPELINE LLC-BREWER - Gas Pipeline Facility in Brewer, Maine

MARITIMES & NORTHEAST PIPELINE LLC-BREWER is a gas pipeline facility located at 207 O'REGAN RD in Brewer, Penobscot County, Maine. It is part of the Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline system, which transports natural gas from offshore Nova Scotia to markets in the northeastern United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The pipeline operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 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 Maine places it within a region that relies on natural gas for heating and power generation, particularly during cold winters. As part of the Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline system, this facility contributes to the energy infrastructure connecting Canadian gas supplies to U.S. consumers. Its role is significant for energy security in the Northeast, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial demand. The pipeline's operational status ensures continued delivery of natural gas to the region, highlighting its importance in the local energy grid.

The facility is situated in Brewer, Maine, near the Penobscot River, which raises considerations for waterway crossings and potential spill impacts. The pipeline transports natural gas, a commodity with lower environmental risk compared to hazardous liquids, but methane leakage remains a concern. The region's cold climate requires robust pipeline integrity measures to prevent freeze-related damage. Cathodic protection systems are essential to mitigate corrosion risks in this environment.