NGPL Compressor Station 346 - Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Lowry, Louisiana

NGPL Compressor Station 346 is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located at 465 Harry's Rd in Lowry, Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. Operated by the Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America (NGPL), it is part of a major interstate pipeline system that transports natural gas across the United States. The station plays a key role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline network. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it uses turbines or engines to compress natural gas, ensuring efficient transport over long distances. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. Located in the Gulf Coast region, this station is situated in an area with extensive oil and gas infrastructure. Its operation supports the delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the Midwest and beyond. The station's proximity to the Gulf Coast's production fields makes it a critical node in the nation's energy supply chain.

The compressor station is located in a rural area of Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, near the Gulf Coast. The region is characterized by wetlands and waterways, which require careful management of potential leaks or spills. Natural gas compressor stations emit greenhouse gases and noise, but modern facilities employ emission controls and noise mitigation. The station's age and maintenance practices influence its environmental footprint.