Overview
MERIT ENERGY - HUGS SATELLITE BOOSTER E STATION (AIR) is an operational gas pipeline facility in Hugoton, Kansas, United States. It supports natural gas transmission under NAICS codes 211120 and 486210.
MERIT ENERGY - HUGS SATELLITE BOOSTER E STATION (AIR) is a gas pipeline facility located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the Hugoton area. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211120 (Oil and Gas Extraction) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas), indicating its involvement in both upstream extraction and midstream transportation. In the United States, gas pipeline facilities like this one are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance. The facility's location in Kansas places it within a major natural gas-producing region, where pipeline infrastructure is critical for moving gas from production fields to processing and distribution centers. As a satellite booster station, this facility likely provides compression to maintain pipeline pressure and flow efficiency. Its role in the Hugoton area supports the local energy supply chain and contributes to the reliability of natural gas delivery for residential, commercial, and industrial users. The facility's operational status ensures continued service within the regional pipeline grid.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Stevens County, Kansas, a region characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas and waterways is a consideration for pipeline safety, though specific distances are not detailed. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which could impact local air quality and soil. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA includes requirements for cathodic protection and leak detection to mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.206112, -101.456108.
It is a gas pipeline booster station that compresses natural gas to maintain flow and pressure in the transmission pipeline system.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, covering design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
The facility operates under NAICS 211120 (Oil and Gas Extraction) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas).
Risks include potential gas leaks, which can affect air quality and pose explosion hazards, and impacts on soil and water from pipeline failures. Mitigation measures include cathodic protection and regular inspections.
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