Overview
PEPL WILLIAMSVILLE M&R is a natural gas pipeline metering and regulating station in Williamsville, Illinois, operated under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
PEPL WILLIAMSVILLE M&R is a natural gas pipeline metering and regulating station located at 4999 Holten Rd in Williamsville, Sangamon County, Illinois. As part of the PEPL (Panhandle Eastern Pipe Line) system, it plays a key role in the interstate natural gas transmission network serving the Midwest region. The facility is classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The station 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. Typical M&R stations regulate gas pressure and measure flow for custody transfer. The facility is part of a larger pipeline system that transports natural gas from producing regions to distribution networks. Located in a rural area near Williamsville, the station supports natural gas delivery to local communities and industrial users. Its operational status ensures continued reliability for the regional energy grid. The facility's proximity to agricultural land and minor waterways necessitates adherence to environmental protection measures under PHMSA regulations.
Environmental context
The station is situated in a rural agricultural area of central Illinois, with nearby waterways including the Sangamon River. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to soil erosion and potential leaks affecting farmland. The facility's cathodic protection system and regular inspections help mitigate corrosion risks, while compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs ensures environmental safeguards.
Frequently asked questions
PEPL WILLIAMSVILLE M&R is located at 4999 Holten Rd, Williamsville, Sangamon County, Illinois, USA.
It is a natural gas pipeline metering and regulating station that measures and controls gas flow as part of the interstate PEPL pipeline system.
The facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, pressure monitoring, and compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs.
The NAICS code is 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas.
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