Overview
RED CEDAR GATHERING - ANIMAS CS is an operational gas pipeline facility in Durango, Colorado, United States. It operates under the NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
RED CEDAR GATHERING - ANIMAS CS is a gas pipeline facility located in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. As part of the Red Cedar Gathering system, it plays a role in the regional natural gas infrastructure. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines. The pipeline likely transports natural gas from gathering systems to processing or transmission lines, typical for facilities in the Rocky Mountain region where natural gas production is significant. This pipeline contributes to the energy supply chain in southwestern Colorado, supporting local distribution and potentially connecting to larger interstate systems. Its location near Durango places it in a region with growing energy demands, and its operational status ensures continued service to the community and industrial users.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in La Plata County, Colorado, an area characterized by the San Juan Mountains and the Animas River watershed. Pipelines in this region may cross sensitive ecological areas, including riparian zones and wildlife habitats. The transport of natural gas requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks, which could impact local water resources and air quality. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to mitigate corrosion risks, and regular inspections are mandated under PHMSA regulations to ensure environmental safety.
Frequently asked questions
RED CEDAR GATHERING - ANIMAS CS is located in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 37.137118, -107.887190.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Gas pipelines in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers safety standards for natural gas pipelines.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and compliance with PHMSA regulations to ensure safe operation.
Gathering pipelines collect natural gas from production wells and transport it to processing plants or larger transmission pipelines, forming a critical link in the natural gas supply chain.
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