ROCKIES EXPRESS PIPELINE - WASHINGTON CH COMPRESSOR STA: Natural Gas Compressor Station in Washington Court House, Ohio

ROCKIES EXPRESS PIPELINE - WASHINGTON CH COMPRESSOR STA is a natural gas compressor station located at 8233 OLD US 35 NW in Washington Court House, Ohio. It is part of the Rockies Express Pipeline, one of the longest natural gas pipelines in the United States, spanning from the Rocky Mountain region to the Midwest and East Coast. The facility plays a key role in maintaining gas flow pressure and ensuring reliable transportation across the pipeline network. 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 pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it uses turbine or electric-driven compressors to boost gas pressure, enabling efficient long-distance transport. The station's location in Ohio places it within a region with extensive pipeline infrastructure, serving both local distribution and interstate transmission. The compressor station contributes to the energy supply chain by supporting the delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across multiple states. Its operational status ensures grid reliability and helps meet seasonal demand fluctuations. The facility's presence in Washington Court House also supports local economic activity through maintenance and operational jobs.

The compressor station is situated in a rural area of Ohio, near agricultural land and small communities. Natural gas compressor stations typically have emissions from engine exhaust and fugitive methane leaks, which are regulated under EPA and state air quality permits. The facility's proximity to waterways and populated areas requires adherence to safety protocols to minimize risks. Pipeline infrastructure in this region often crosses sensitive habitats, but specific local ecological impacts are managed through environmental assessments and mitigation measures.