Northern Natural Gas - Waterv: Gas Pipeline Facility in Waterville, Minnesota

Northern Natural Gas - Waterv is a gas pipeline facility located at 935 Sakatah Cemetery Lane in Waterville, Minnesota, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline, it is classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. 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 the safe transportation of natural gas. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance, as well as integrity management programs to ensure safety and reliability. Northern Natural Gas - Waterv plays a key role in the regional natural gas supply chain, connecting production areas to distribution networks. The facility's location in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, places it within a network that serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its operational status ensures continued support for energy needs in the region.

The facility is situated near Sakatah Cemetery Lane in Waterville, Minnesota, an area with mixed agricultural and rural land use. Proximity to waterways and populated areas requires careful monitoring of pipeline integrity to prevent leaks or ruptures. The commodity transported, natural gas, poses risks of methane emissions and potential explosion hazards, necessitating robust cathodic protection and regular inspections under PHMSA regulations.