MARKWEST YODER COMPRESSOR STATION - Gas Pipeline Facility in Cadiz, Ohio

MARKWEST YODER COMPRESSOR STATION is a natural gas pipeline facility located at 79300 Cassville Rd, Cadiz, Harrison County, Ohio, United States. The station is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network, which is critical for energy distribution across the Midwest and beyond. 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. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to end users. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Located in rural Harrison County, the station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in Ohio and neighboring states. Its proximity to the Appalachian Basin, a major natural gas producing region, underscores its strategic importance in the energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status supports local energy needs and broader grid stability.

The compressor station is situated in a rural area of eastern Ohio, near the Appalachian foothills. Natural gas pipeline infrastructure in this region often traverses agricultural and forested lands, with potential environmental considerations including habitat fragmentation and waterway crossings. The station's operations involve combustion engines for compression, which may emit air pollutants subject to EPA regulations. Proximity to populated areas like Cadiz requires adherence to safety standards to mitigate risks associated with gas leaks or ruptures.