Overview
Northern Natural Gas - Fremont NE #1 is an operational gas pipeline facility in Fremont, Nebraska, serving the regional natural gas transmission network under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Northern Natural Gas - Fremont NE #1 is a gas pipeline facility located at 379 N Pierce in Fremont, Nebraska. It operates within the United States pipeline infrastructure sector, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) under 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The facility is part of a larger interstate natural gas transmission system that supplies energy to the Midwest region. The facility operates under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. Typical gas pipeline facilities in this region feature cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion and are subject to integrity management programs mandated by federal regulations. The facility's operational status indicates it is actively contributing to the natural gas supply chain. As part of the Northern Natural Gas pipeline network, this facility plays a role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Nebraska and surrounding states. The pipeline infrastructure supports energy reliability and economic activity in the region, while operating under stringent safety and environmental standards to minimize risks to nearby communities and ecosystems.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an urban area of Fremont, Nebraska, near the Platte River. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to proximity to waterways and populated areas. Corrosion prevention through cathodic protection and regular inspections are critical to prevent leaks that could impact local water resources or public safety. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses combustion and explosion hazards, requiring robust emergency response planning.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 379 N Pierce in Fremont, Nebraska, in Dodge County.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the Northern Natural Gas transmission network, serving customers in the Midwest.
The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, testing, and maintenance.
Safety is ensured through cathodic protection systems, regular inspections, integrity management programs, and compliance with federal pipeline safety regulations.
Gas pipelines can affect local ecosystems through land disturbance and potential leaks. Operators implement measures like leak detection and corrosion control to minimize environmental risks.
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