Natural Gas Pipeline of America - Wilson Station 194: Gas Pipeline Facility in Wilson, Kansas

Natural Gas Pipeline of America - Wilson Station 194 is a gas pipeline facility located in Wilson, Ellsworth County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a component of the broader natural gas transmission network in the region. As a gas pipeline station, it plays a role in the safe and efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to distribution systems. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192 regulations governing gas pipeline safety. These regulations cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards, including requirements for cathodic protection, leak detection, and emergency response. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas facility. Located in rural Kansas, the station is part of a vast pipeline infrastructure that supports energy delivery across the central United States. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to downstream customers, contributing to regional energy reliability. Its location in Ellsworth County places it within an area with significant agricultural and energy activity, underscoring its role in the local and national energy grid.

The facility is situated in a rural area of central Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and open plains. Proximity to waterways and populated areas is limited, reducing potential environmental risks. The transport of natural gas via pipeline involves lower emissions compared to other modes, but requires robust cathodic protection and leak prevention measures to safeguard soil and groundwater. The region's flat terrain and low population density facilitate pipeline routing and maintenance, while regulatory compliance ensures environmental protection.