Overview
RED CEDAR GATHERING - HOMESTEAD CS - CAA is an operational gas pipeline facility in Durango, Colorado, United States, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
RED CEDAR GATHERING - HOMESTEAD CS - CAA is a gas pipeline facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, near Durango. It operates within the United States pipeline infrastructure network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The facility is part of the Red Cedar Gathering system, serving the natural gas transportation needs of the region. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. In Colorado, gas pipelines are also subject to state regulations and local land use requirements. As part of the natural gas gathering infrastructure, this facility plays a role in transporting gas from production areas to processing plants or mainline transmission systems. Its location in the San Juan Basin, a major natural gas producing region, underscores its significance in the energy supply chain. The facility's operational status indicates it contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to downstream markets.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in La Plata County, Colorado, within the San Juan Basin, an area with active natural gas production. Proximity to populated areas like Durango and waterways such as the Animas River requires careful management of pipeline integrity and leak prevention. The arid climate and mountainous terrain pose challenges for pipeline maintenance and environmental protection. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA includes requirements for cathodic protection and leak detection to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, near Durango, with coordinates 37.209978, -107.637472.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility that gathers and transports gas from production areas to processing or transmission systems.
The pipeline is regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
Older pipelines may require more frequent inspections and maintenance. PHMSA mandates integrity management programs to address age-related risks.
Potential impacts include methane leaks and habitat disruption. Regulations require leak detection and cathodic protection to minimize environmental harm.
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