Overview
REP KANSAS GATHERING- REITZ STATION is an operational gas pipeline facility in Reitz, Kansas, United States, serving the natural gas gathering and transmission sector.
REP KANSAS GATHERING- REITZ STATION is a gas pipeline facility located in Reitz, Montgomery County, Kansas, United States. It operates within the natural gas gathering and transmission sector, supporting the movement of natural gas from production areas to processing or distribution networks. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211120 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas), indicating its role in both upstream and midstream operations. 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. As a gathering pipeline, it likely connects to larger transmission systems and may serve regional natural gas producers. The specific length of the pipeline is not detailed, but gathering systems in Kansas typically range from small to medium scale, reflecting the state's active oil and gas production in the Mid-Continent region. Environmentally, the facility's location in rural Kansas reduces immediate population density risks, but proximity to waterways and agricultural areas requires careful monitoring for potential leaks. Standard PHMSA regulations mandate regular integrity assessments. The facility plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas supply for industrial, commercial, and residential use in the central United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Montgomery County, Kansas, a region with active oil and gas production. The local environment includes agricultural land and water bodies such as the Verdigris River. Pipeline operations in this area must manage risks related to soil erosion, potential groundwater contamination from leaks, and impacts on local wildlife. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate these environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Reitz, Montgomery County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates approximately 37.0449 N, -95.8463 W.
It is a gas pipeline facility involved in the gathering and transmission of natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211120 and 486210.
The facility is regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
Gas gathering pipelines in Kansas vary in length from a few miles to over 100 miles, often connecting wellheads to processing plants or transmission lines.
PHMSA requires operators to implement integrity management programs, including regular inspections, leak detection, and public awareness campaigns, to minimize risks in rural and agricultural areas.
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