Overview
REPUBLIC NATURAL GAS CO. (SEE 1510052) operates a gas pipeline facility in the Konold Storage Field, Pratt County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
REPUBLIC NATURAL GAS CO. (SEE 1510052) is a gas pipeline facility located in the Konold Storage Field near Pratt, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas pipeline infrastructure in the region. Its location in a storage field suggests it is involved in natural gas storage and transmission, supporting the broader energy grid. 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. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is primarily engaged in pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility's role in a storage field implies it connects to larger transmission networks. The Konold Storage Field is a key asset for natural gas storage in Kansas, providing seasonal supply balancing and reliability to downstream consumers. The facility's operational status ensures continued support for regional energy needs, contributing to the stability of natural gas supply in the central United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Pratt County, Kansas, with proximity to agricultural land and sparse population. Natural gas pipelines in this region typically traverse open plains, reducing immediate population density risks. However, the storage field involves underground storage, which requires careful monitoring for leaks and ground stability. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses flammability risks, but modern pipeline safety regulations and cathodic protection systems mitigate environmental hazards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Konold Storage Field near Pratt, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.609120, -98.675050.
It operates a natural gas pipeline facility involved in the transportation and storage of natural gas, classified under NAICS 486210.
The facility is currently operational, supporting natural gas transmission and storage in the Konold Storage Field.
The facility is regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety standards including design, construction, and maintenance.
The Konold Storage Field provides underground natural gas storage, enabling seasonal supply balancing and enhancing grid reliability for the central United States.
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