RED WILLOW - COYOTE GULCH COMPRESSOR STATION - Gas Pipeline Facility in Ignacio, Colorado

RED WILLOW - COYOTE GULCH COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline compressor station located in Ignacio, La Plata County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission network, serving the regional energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in long-distance gas pipelines, typically serving midstream operations. Located in southwestern Colorado, the station contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its position in the grid supports energy supply stability and economic activity in the region.

The facility is situated in La Plata County, Colorado, an area with varied terrain including plateaus and river valleys. Proximity to waterways and populated areas requires careful management of pipeline integrity and cathodic protection to prevent leaks. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses combustion and environmental risks if released.