Piedmont Natural Gas-Pembroke Gas Pipeline Facility in Pembroke, North Carolina

Piedmont Natural Gas-Pembroke is a gas pipeline facility located at 3938 Hwy 710 in Pembroke, North Carolina. Operating under the NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas, this facility is part of the broader natural gas distribution network in the southeastern United States. The facility is situated in Robeson County, a region with a mix of rural and urban areas, and plays a role in delivering natural gas to local communities and industries. As a gas pipeline facility, Piedmont Natural Gas-Pembroke operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) under 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The facility is part of Piedmont Natural Gas's infrastructure, which serves over 1 million customers in the Carolinas and Tennessee. The pipeline network in this region typically includes transmission and distribution lines, with cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion and ensure safe operation. The environmental context of this facility includes its proximity to the Lumber River and other waterways in the region, which are important for local ecosystems. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations to prevent leaks and minimize impact on surrounding areas. As part of the natural gas grid, this pipeline contributes to energy reliability for residential, commercial, and industrial users in southeastern North Carolina.

The facility is located in a region with mixed land use, including agricultural areas and the Lumber River watershed. Pipeline infrastructure in this area must manage risks related to soil erosion, waterway crossings, and potential leaks that could affect local ecosystems. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection and corrosion prevention measures to protect the environment.