Meigs Compressor Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in Pomeroy, Ohio, USA

Meigs Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 41923 State Route 681 in Pomeroy, Meigs County, Ohio. It is part of the United States' extensive natural gas transmission network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192. The station is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. As a compressor station, this facility is designed to maintain pressure and flow within the natural gas pipeline system. Compressor stations are critical infrastructure for long-distance gas transmission, typically featuring gas turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. The station's location in southeastern Ohio places it within the Appalachian Basin, a region with significant natural gas production from the Marcellus and Utica shale formations. Meigs Compressor Station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. Its operation supports the broader energy grid by ensuring consistent gas delivery. The facility's proximity to the Ohio River and rural communities necessitates adherence to safety standards for pipeline integrity and environmental protection.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Meigs County, near the Ohio River. Natural gas compressor stations typically have emissions from engines and fugitive methane leaks, which are regulated under EPA and state air quality rules. The surrounding landscape includes farmland and forests, and the Ohio River is a major waterway. Pipeline safety regulations require leak detection and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion and environmental incidents.