Overview
Northern Border Pipeline Company Compressor Station #4 is a gas pipeline facility in Arnegard, North Dakota, USA. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Northern Border Pipeline Company Compressor Station #4 is a gas pipeline facility located at 2461 136th Ave NW, Arnegard, North Dakota, in McKenzie County. The facility is part of the Northern Border Pipeline system, which transports natural gas from the Williston Basin to markets in the Midwest and Eastern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring efficient gas transport. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are critical infrastructure for long-distance gas transmission, typically featuring gas-fired turbines or electric motors to compress the gas. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. Located in the Bakken shale region, this compressor station supports the transport of natural gas produced from one of the most active oil and gas plays in the United States. The facility plays a key role in connecting supply from North Dakota to downstream markets, contributing to energy security and grid reliability. Its operation is subject to rigorous safety standards, including regular inspections and cathodic protection monitoring to prevent corrosion.
Environmental context
The compressor station is situated in a rural area of western North Dakota, near the Little Missouri River and the Badlands region. The surrounding landscape is characterized by grassland and agricultural land, with sparse population. Proximity to waterways and wildlife habitats requires careful management of potential leaks or emissions. The facility's operation involves combustion emissions from compressors, which are regulated under the Clean Air Act. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must also consider the impact on soil and groundwater from potential hydrocarbon releases.
Frequently asked questions
The compressor station is located at 2461 136th Ave NW, Arnegard, North Dakota, in McKenzie County, USA.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the Northern Border Pipeline system, transporting gas from the Williston Basin to markets in the Midwest and Eastern US.
The facility is regulated under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
The NAICS code is 486210, which classifies it as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility.
The station operates in a rural area near the Little Missouri River, with potential environmental impacts from emissions and risk of leaks. It is subject to environmental regulations under the Clean Air Act and must implement spill prevention measures.
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