Overview
Northern Natural Gas - Union Grove Lake is an operational gas pipeline facility in Gladbrook, Iowa, United States. It is part of the extensive Northern Natural Gas pipeline network serving the Midwest.
Northern Natural Gas - Union Grove Lake is a gas pipeline facility located at 1825 B Ave, Gladbrook, Iowa, within Tama County. The facility is part of the Northern Natural Gas pipeline system, one of the largest natural gas pipeline networks in the United States, transporting natural gas from the Permian Basin and other supply regions to markets in the Midwest. As an operational facility, it plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the 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 pipeline transportation facility. The facility is part of a high-pressure transmission system typical of interstate gas pipelines. Environmental considerations for gas pipelines include proximity to populated areas and waterways. The facility is located in a rural area of Iowa, near agricultural land and the Union Grove Lake, a recreational water body. Pipeline integrity management programs, including cathodic protection and regular inspections, are standard practices to ensure safe operation and minimize environmental risk.
Environmental context
The facility is situated near Union Grove Lake, a man-made reservoir used for recreation and wildlife habitat. Gas pipelines in this region cross agricultural land and may intersect with drainage ditches and streams. Standard environmental safeguards include right-of-way maintenance, leak detection systems, and spill prevention measures. The rural setting reduces population density risks, but proximity to water bodies requires careful monitoring to prevent potential contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1825 B Ave, Gladbrook, Iowa 50635, in Tama County, United States.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the Northern Natural Gas pipeline network, serving markets in the Midwest.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
Environmental risks include potential leaks or ruptures that could affect soil, water, and air quality. Pipelines near water bodies or populated areas require enhanced monitoring and integrity management.
Integrity is maintained through cathodic protection, regular inspections, pressure testing, and leak detection systems, all in compliance with PHMSA regulations.
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