PEPL TUSCOLA 1 GATE - Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Tuscola, Illinois

PEPL TUSCOLA 1 GATE is a natural gas pipeline facility located at 926 N CR 1275 E in Tuscola, Douglas County, Illinois, United States. The facility is part of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regulated network and operates under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gate station, it plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission system. The facility operates under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. Typical gate stations in this region include metering and pressure regulation equipment to manage gas flow from transmission lines to local distribution networks. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with safety standards including cathodic protection and leak detection. Located in east-central Illinois, the facility serves the Tuscola area and contributes to the broader natural gas infrastructure that supports residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. The region's pipeline network is integral to energy reliability, and facilities like this gate station help maintain safe and efficient gas distribution.

The facility is situated in a rural area near Tuscola, Illinois, with proximity to agricultural land and minor waterways. Pipeline infrastructure in this region is subject to environmental considerations such as potential impacts on soil and water resources during construction or maintenance. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane leakage, which is a potent greenhouse gas. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA includes requirements for leak detection and cathodic protection to mitigate environmental risks.