Overview
ONEOK - STV1-06 Station is a gas pipeline facility in Hugoton, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations for natural gas transmission.
ONEOK - STV1-06 Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of ONEOK's extensive pipeline network in the region, serving the natural gas transmission sector. The facility operates within a state known for significant natural gas production and pipeline infrastructure. The facility is regulated under the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas operation. Typical gas pipeline stations in Kansas include compressor stations, metering facilities, and valve sites that support regional gas distribution. This station plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, connecting production areas in the Hugoton Basin to downstream markets. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to local communities and industries. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors associated with pipeline proximity to populated zones.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, an area characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. The proximity to the Cimarron River and its tributaries may influence environmental considerations, though specific waterway crossings are not detailed. Pipeline operations in this region typically involve cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections under PHMSA regulations to minimize leak risks. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses lower environmental risk compared to hazardous liquids, but methane emissions remain a concern.
Frequently asked questions
ONEOK - STV1-06 Station is located in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.148260, -101.402040.
ONEOK - STV1-06 Station is a natural gas pipeline facility that operates as part of ONEOK's transmission network, transporting natural gas under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Gas pipelines in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
The NAICS code for ONEOK - STV1-06 Station is 486210, which corresponds to pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Common risk factors include pipeline age, corrosion, proximity to populated areas or waterways, and the commodity transported. Regular inspections and cathodic protection help mitigate these risks.
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