PBI - BOBCAT M&R 40401 40402 TETCO Gas Pipeline Station, Port Barre, Louisiana

PBI - BOBCAT M&R 40401 40402 TETCO is a gas pipeline metering and regulating (M&R) station located at 1877 Courtableau Rd, Port Barre, Louisiana, in St. Landry Parish. The facility is part of the Texas Eastern Transmission (TETCO) pipeline system, a major natural gas pipeline network that transports gas from the Gulf Coast region to markets in the northeastern United States. As an M&R station, it measures and controls the flow of natural gas, ensuring safe and accurate delivery to downstream customers. 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. This station plays a critical role in the regional natural gas infrastructure, supporting the distribution of gas to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers in Louisiana and beyond. Its location in Port Barre, near the Atchafalaya Basin, places it in an ecologically sensitive area, requiring careful environmental management to prevent leaks or spills. The facility's operational status ensures continued reliability of gas supply in the region.

The facility is situated in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, within the Atchafalaya Basin, one of the largest river swamps in the United States. This region is characterized by wetlands, bayous, and diverse wildlife habitats. Pipeline infrastructure in such areas requires robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent corrosion and environmental contamination. The proximity to waterways necessitates compliance with spill prevention and response plans to protect aquatic ecosystems.