Overview
REP Kansas Gathering - Eastep Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States. It serves as a key component in the regional natural gas gathering network.
REP Kansas Gathering - Eastep Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas gathering system within the region, supporting the transport of gas from production areas to processing or transmission points. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety in the United States. As a gathering pipeline, it is subject to specific safety standards that address design, construction, operation, and maintenance to ensure integrity and public safety. The Eastep Station contributes to the energy infrastructure in Kansas, a state with significant natural gas production. Its location in Montgomery County places it within a network that supports local energy supply and economic activity. The facility's role in the gathering system is essential for efficient gas delivery to downstream markets.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Montgomery County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and scattered residential developments. Proximity to waterways and populated areas may influence operational practices to minimize environmental impact. The transport of natural gas through pipelines requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks and ensure safety, with cathodic protection systems commonly employed to mitigate corrosion risks.
Frequently asked questions
REP Kansas Gathering - Eastep Station is located in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates approximately 37.3197 N, -95.6469 W.
It is a gas pipeline facility, specifically part of a natural gas gathering system that collects gas from production wells and transports it to processing plants or transmission pipelines.
Gas pipeline facilities in the United States are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
A gas gathering station collects natural gas from multiple production wells and compresses it for transport through gathering pipelines to larger transmission systems or processing facilities.
Common safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and compliance with PHMSA regulations to ensure pipeline integrity and public safety.
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