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

Northern Natural Gas - Gowrie TBS is a gas pipeline facility located at 1557 340th St, Gowrie, Iowa, in Webster County. The facility is part of the extensive Northern Natural Gas pipeline system, which transports natural gas across multiple states in the Midwest and Great Plains regions. As a transmission station, it plays a key role in maintaining gas flow and pressure within the network. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas transmission pipeline. The facility is part of a large-scale interstate pipeline system typical of the region. The Gowrie station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Iowa and beyond. Its location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but it still requires robust safety measures including cathodic protection and regular inspections to prevent leaks and ensure operational integrity.

The facility is situated in a rural agricultural area of north-central Iowa, near the Boone River watershed. Pipeline operations in such settings must manage risks related to soil erosion, waterway crossings, and potential impacts on farmland. The transport of natural gas, while less hazardous than liquids, still requires leak detection and prevention systems to protect local ecosystems and groundwater.