ROVER - MAINLINE CS #1 Gas Pipeline Compressor Station in Sherrodsville, Ohio

ROVER - MAINLINE CS #1 is a gas pipeline compressor station located in Sherrodsville, Ohio, United States. As part of the Rover Pipeline system, it plays a key role in transporting natural gas across the region. The facility is classified under NAICS 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one maintain pressure and flow in long-distance pipelines, ensuring efficient gas transport from production areas to markets. The Rover Mainline system is a significant infrastructure asset in the U.S. natural gas grid, connecting supply basins to demand centers. This compressor station contributes to the reliability and capacity of the pipeline network, supporting energy delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

The facility is situated in a rural area of eastern Ohio, near Sherrodsville. The region is characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land, with proximity to waterways such as the Tuscarawas River. Pipeline infrastructure in this area requires careful management of cathodic protection and leak detection to protect soil and water resources. The age of the pipe and the type of commodity transported (natural gas) are key factors in environmental risk assessment.