Overview
Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America operates a gas pipeline facility in Meade Sta., Kansas, serving the U.S. natural gas transmission network.
Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America is a gas pipeline facility located in Meade Sta., Kansas, within the United States. This facility is part of the extensive natural gas transmission infrastructure that moves gas from production areas to distribution networks across the country. The pipeline operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility is operational and contributes to the regional gas supply. In Kansas, pipeline infrastructure is critical for transporting natural gas from the Hugoton Basin and other producing regions to markets. This pipeline plays a key role in the natural gas grid, supporting energy delivery for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its location in Meade County places it in a rural area, reducing proximity to dense populations but requiring careful monitoring for environmental protection. The facility's operations are subject to federal safety standards and periodic inspections to ensure integrity and reliability.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses the High Plains region of Kansas, an area with agricultural land and sensitive ecosystems. Proximity to waterways and groundwater resources requires robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent contamination. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and fire hazards, necessitating adherence to PHMSA regulations for pipeline integrity management.
Frequently asked questions
Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America is located in Meade Sta., Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.005690, -100.479030.
This facility is a natural gas pipeline that transports natural gas as part of the U.S. transmission network, operating under PHMSA regulations.
The NAICS code for Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America is 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
Older pipelines may have higher risk due to corrosion and material degradation. Regular inspections, cathodic protection, and integrity management programs are required to mitigate these risks.
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