New Albany Compressor Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in New Albany, Mississippi

New Albany Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 1280 CR 137 in New Albany, Union County, Mississippi, United States. It is currently operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, this facility is designed to maintain pressure and flow within natural gas pipelines, ensuring efficient transport over long distances. The station's technical specifications include a NAICS code of 486210, indicating its classification as a pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations are typically integral to medium-to-large-scale pipeline systems. Environmentally, the station's location in a rural area of Mississippi reduces immediate population density risks, but proximity to waterways and agricultural land requires careful management of potential leaks or emissions. The facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region, supporting energy infrastructure resilience.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Union County, Mississippi, near the Tallahatchie River watershed. Natural gas compressor stations can pose risks of methane leaks and noise pollution, but modern stations incorporate emission controls and leak detection systems. The surrounding environment includes agricultural land and scattered residential areas, requiring adherence to PHMSA's integrity management programs to protect local ecosystems and water resources.