Northern Natural Gas - Colo TBS: Gas Pipeline Facility in Colo, Iowa

Northern Natural Gas - Colo TBS is a gas pipeline facility located at 69865 Lincoln Hwy in Colo, Story County, Iowa. The facility is part of the extensive Northern Natural Gas pipeline system, which transports natural gas across the Midwest United States. As a compressor station or metering site (indicated by 'TBS'), it plays a role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline network. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety in the United States. The NAICS code 486210 corresponds to pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility is part of a large-scale interstate pipeline system that spans several states. Northern Natural Gas - Colo TBS contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. The facility's location in rural Iowa minimizes proximity to densely populated areas, though it is near agricultural land and local waterways. Its operational status ensures continued service within the broader natural gas infrastructure of the United States.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Story County, Iowa, surrounded by agricultural land and near the South Skunk River. Natural gas pipelines in this region typically traverse farmland and may intersect with drainage ditches and streams. The primary environmental considerations for gas pipelines include potential methane leakage, soil disturbance during construction, and impacts on local wildlife. Cathodic protection systems are commonly used to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections are mandated by PHMSA to ensure integrity.