Overview
OLPE 300 L SCC HYDROTEST (ID 12256) is an operational gas pipeline facility in Olpe, Kansas, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
OLPE 300 L SCC HYDROTEST (ID 12256) is a gas pipeline facility located in Olpe, Lyon County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. It serves as part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, and maintenance, such as hydrostatic testing and cathodic protection. The facility's location in rural Kansas places it within a network of pipelines that transport natural gas across the central United States. The environmental context of the facility includes proximity to agricultural land and the Neosho River basin. Pipeline infrastructure in this region is critical for delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial users. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the local community and contributes to the energy supply chain in Kansas.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Lyon County, Kansas, near agricultural land and the Neosho River basin. Pipeline operations in this region must consider soil erosion, waterway crossings, and potential impacts on local wildlife. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA includes measures to prevent leaks and ensure pipeline integrity, such as cathodic protection and regular inspections.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Olpe, Lyon County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 38.289738, -96.190217.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
The facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety standards.
The facility is operational, indicating it is actively used for natural gas transportation.
Hydrotest refers to hydrostatic testing, a common integrity verification method for pipelines, where the pipeline is pressurized with water to check for leaks or weaknesses.
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