Northern Natural Gas - Minnet: Gas Pipeline Facility in Mound, Minnesota

Northern Natural Gas - Minnet is a gas pipeline facility located at 6200 West Branch Road in Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. As part of the Northern Natural Gas system, it contributes to the extensive natural gas infrastructure serving the Upper Midwest. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and must comply with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Typical gas pipeline facilities in the United States include compressor stations, metering stations, and valve sites that ensure the safe and efficient transport of natural gas across long distances. The Northern Natural Gas system spans multiple states and is a key component of the regional energy grid. Northern Natural Gas - Minnet plays a role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. The facility's location near Lake Minnetonka and suburban communities underscores the importance of rigorous safety and environmental management practices to protect nearby waterways and populated areas.

The facility is situated near Lake Minnetonka, a large recreational water body, and within a suburban area of Hennepin County. Proximity to populated areas and waterways requires robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent corrosion and minimize environmental impact. The transport of natural gas, primarily methane, necessitates careful monitoring to avoid greenhouse gas emissions and ensure public safety.