Ruston Electrical Generation Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in Ruston, Louisiana

Ruston Electrical Generation Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 1801 McDonald Avenue in Ruston, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas infrastructure supporting electrical generation in the region. As a gas pipeline asset, it plays a role in transporting fuel to power generation units. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, specifically 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines and Part 195 for hazardous liquids. The NAICS codes 221112 (Electric Power Generation) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) indicate its dual role in power generation and gas transmission. Typical gas pipelines in Louisiana are part of an extensive network that supplies natural gas to industrial, commercial, and residential consumers. The environmental context for this facility includes its location in Ruston, a city in northern Louisiana. The region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, which can influence pipeline integrity and corrosion management. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to mitigate corrosion risks. The facility's proximity to populated areas and waterways requires adherence to safety regulations to minimize potential impacts.

The facility is located in Ruston, Louisiana, a region with a humid subtropical climate and significant rainfall, which can affect pipeline corrosion and integrity. Proximity to populated areas and local waterways necessitates robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems. The transport of natural gas, a flammable commodity, requires strict adherence to PHMSA safety regulations to mitigate environmental risks.