Northern Nat. Gas Co.-Macksville Comp. - Gas Pipeline Facility in Macksville, Kansas

Northern Nat. Gas Co.-Macksville Comp. is a gas pipeline facility located in Macksville, Stafford County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a compressor station within the natural gas transmission network, supporting the transport of natural gas across the region. 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. As a compressor station, it plays a key role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas delivery to downstream markets. The facility is situated in a rural area of central Kansas, a region with significant natural gas infrastructure. Its operation contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region. The facility's location away from densely populated areas reduces certain risk factors associated with pipeline operations.

The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of central Kansas, with low population density. The surrounding environment includes cropland and prairie, with limited proximity to sensitive waterways. The primary environmental consideration for gas pipeline compressor stations is the management of emissions from natural gas-fired engines and potential leaks. The facility is subject to PHMSA regulations requiring leak detection and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion and minimize environmental impact.