Overview
Regency Intrastate Gas LP - Eastside Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Bryceland, Louisiana. It supports natural gas transmission within the U.S. pipeline network.
Regency Intrastate Gas LP - Eastside Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Bryceland, Bienville Parish, Louisiana. It operates within the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure, serving intrastate transmission needs. The facility is part of the broader pipeline network that connects production areas to markets. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas transport. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) indicate its role in both extraction and transportation sectors. The Eastside Compressor Station plays a key role in regional energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas delivery to industrial, commercial, and residential consumers. Its location in Louisiana, a major energy hub, underscores its importance in the Gulf Coast energy corridor. The facility contributes to grid reliability and energy security in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Bienville Parish, near waterways and forested land. Pipeline operations require careful management to prevent leaks and minimize impact on local ecosystems. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections ensure integrity. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing community exposure risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 3 miles east of Highway 517 to Highway 9 and 2.6 miles to PR 41 in Bryceland, Bienville Parish, Louisiana, USA.
It is a compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the Regency Intrastate Gas LP pipeline system, ensuring efficient natural gas transmission within Louisiana.
The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular pipeline integrity inspections, emergency shutdown systems, and compliance with PHMSA regulations.
Intrastate gas pipelines transport natural gas within state borders, connecting production fields to local distribution networks, industrial users, and power plants, supporting Louisiana's energy economy.
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