MERIT ENERGY - HOWELL 1-16/STOHR A-2H STATION (AIR) Gas Pipeline Facility in Ulysses, Kansas

The MERIT ENERGY - HOWELL 1-16/STOHR A-2H STATION (AIR) is a gas pipeline facility located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States. This operational station is part of the natural gas pipeline infrastructure serving the region, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility is situated in the southwestern part of Kansas, an area with significant oil and gas production. As a gas pipeline station, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. The station likely includes compression and metering equipment to manage gas flow and pressure. In Kansas, pipeline infrastructure is critical for connecting production fields to processing plants and distribution networks. The facility plays a role in the regional energy grid, supporting the transport of natural gas from wells to end-users. Its location in Grant County places it within a network of pipelines that serve both local and interstate markets. The operational status indicates active contribution to the energy supply chain in the region.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southwestern Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and oil and gas fields. Proximity to populated areas and waterways is a consideration for pipeline safety. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which could affect soil and groundwater. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, a key factor in pipeline integrity.