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

Northern Natural Gas - Earlham TBS is a gas pipeline facility located at 660 Hull Ct, Earlham, Iowa, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the 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 the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. The facility is part of a larger interstate pipeline system that spans several states. The Earlham TBS facility contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. Its location in Madison County, Iowa, places it within a network that supports energy needs in the Midwest. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the local community and broader grid.

The facility is located in a rural area near Earlham, Iowa, with proximity to agricultural land and minor waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region typically requires careful management of cathodic protection and regular inspections to prevent leaks. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses lower environmental risk compared to hazardous liquids, but still requires adherence to safety protocols to protect nearby communities and ecosystems.