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

Northern Natural Gas - Cylinder TBS is a gas pipeline facility located in Cylinder, Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States. The facility is part of the extensive Northern Natural Gas pipeline network, which transports natural gas across the Midwest. As a transmission pipeline station, it plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. Typical gas pipeline facilities in Iowa are part of a mature network serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transmission operation. Environmental and operational significance includes supporting energy delivery to communities in northern Iowa. The pipeline infrastructure contributes to grid reliability and energy security in the region. Proximity to agricultural areas and waterways necessitates adherence to safety and environmental protection standards under PHMSA regulations.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Palo Alto County, Iowa, characterized by agricultural land and proximity to waterways such as the Des Moines River. Gas pipeline operations in this region must manage risks related to corrosion, third-party damage, and potential leaks. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate cathodic protection, regular inspections, and emergency response plans to protect surrounding communities and ecosystems.