Panhandle Eastern Pipe Line - Haven Station: Gas Pipeline Facility in Haven, Kansas

Panhandle Eastern Pipe Line - Haven Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 12610 South Kent Road in Haven, Reno County, Kansas. As part of the Panhandle Eastern Pipe Line system, it contributes to the extensive natural gas transmission network serving the central United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Typical for such facilities, it includes compressor stations, metering equipment, and pipeline infrastructure to maintain gas flow and pressure. The scale of the Panhandle Eastern system is large, spanning multiple states, with Haven Station serving as a key node in Kansas. Environmentally, the facility's location in rural Reno County reduces immediate population density risks, but proximity to agricultural areas and waterways requires careful monitoring. The pipeline transports natural gas, which has lower spill risk than liquids, but methane leakage remains a concern. The facility supports regional energy supply, connecting production areas to markets, and its operational integrity is critical for grid reliability.

The facility is situated in a rural agricultural region of central Kansas, with the Arkansas River approximately 10 miles south. While the area has low population density, the pipeline crosses farmland and may intersect with drainage ditches and creeks. Natural gas transport poses minimal spill risk compared to liquids, but methane emissions from compressors and pipeline leaks are environmental considerations. Cathodic protection systems are standard to prevent corrosion, and regular PHMSA inspections ensure compliance with safety standards.