Scout Energy - Finney Co. #4 Compressor Station, Garden City, Kansas | Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Scout Energy - Finney Co. #4 Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Garden City, Finney County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a compressor station within the broader natural gas pipeline network, supporting the transport of natural gas across the region. 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 the safe transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in long-distance pipelines, ensuring efficient delivery to end users. Located in the agricultural and energy-producing region of southwestern Kansas, this compressor station plays a key role in the local natural gas infrastructure. It supports the distribution of natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use, contributing to the energy supply chain in the central United States.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Finney County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and open plains. Natural gas pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider proximity to waterways and populated areas. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses lower environmental risk compared to hazardous liquids, but requires robust cathodic protection and regular inspections to prevent leaks and ensure safety.