Perryville Compressor Station, Bastrop

Overview

Perryville Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Bastrop, Louisiana, United States. It supports natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region.

Perryville Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 452 Hwy 165 in Bastrop, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission network, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the region. As a compressor station on a natural gas pipeline, this facility is part of the extensive U.S. gas transmission system regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192. Compressor stations maintain pressure and flow in pipelines, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified under pipeline transportation of natural gas. The station's location in northern Louisiana places it within a region with significant natural gas production and pipeline infrastructure. Its operation supports the reliable delivery of natural gas to industrial, commercial, and residential consumers, contributing to energy security and economic activity in the area.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in a rural area near Bastrop, with proximity to waterways and populated zones. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must manage risks related to corrosion and potential leaks, which are mitigated through cathodic protection and regular inspections. The transport of natural gas, a fossil fuel, carries inherent environmental considerations, including greenhouse gas emissions and the need for safe operation to prevent incidents.

Frequently asked questions

Perryville Compressor Station is located at 452 Hwy 165 in Bastrop, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana, United States.

Perryville Compressor Station is a gas pipeline compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in natural gas transmission pipelines, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas.

Gas pipeline compressor stations in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for natural gas pipelines.

Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, pressure monitoring, emergency shutdown systems, and compliance with PHMSA regulations.

Compressor stations are critical for maintaining pipeline pressure over long distances, enabling the efficient and reliable transport of natural gas from production areas to consumers.