Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. - Snow Hill Gas Pipeline Facility, North Carolina

Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. - Snow Hill is a gas pipeline facility located at 1200 Griffin Rd in Snow Hill, North Carolina, within Greene County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas distribution network of the region. As part of the broader US pipeline infrastructure, it contributes to the reliable supply of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. The facility's NAICS codes (221210 and 486210) indicate its involvement in natural gas distribution and pipeline transportation. Piedmont Natural Gas is a major natural gas distributor in the southeastern US, and the Snow Hill facility supports the local energy grid by providing a safe and reliable supply of natural gas. The facility's location in a rural area of North Carolina underscores its role in serving communities outside major urban centers, contributing to energy access and economic development in Greene County.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Greene County, North Carolina, near agricultural lands and waterways. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies necessitates robust pipeline safety measures, including regular inspections and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks and potential environmental impact, mitigated by PHMSA regulations and emergency response plans.