Overview
Southern Natural Gas Company, L.L.C - Woodcliff Comp. Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Sylvania, Georgia, United States. It plays a key role in natural gas transmission under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Southern Natural Gas Company, L.L.C - Woodcliff Comp. Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 130 Old Bay Branch Road in Sylvania, Screven County, Georgia, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a compressor station within the Southern Natural Gas pipeline network, which is a major natural gas transmission system in the southeastern United States. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it is equipped to maintain pressure and flow in the pipeline, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas across the region. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transmission facility. The Woodcliff Comp. Station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in Georgia and the broader Southeast. Its location in Screven County places it in a rural area, reducing proximity to dense populations but still requiring rigorous safety measures. The facility supports regional energy infrastructure, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Screven County, Georgia, near the Ogeechee River basin. Natural gas pipelines in this region traverse mixed forest and agricultural land, with potential environmental considerations including erosion control during construction and maintenance, as well as protection of water resources. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses lower spill risk compared to liquids, but methane leakage is a concern. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA includes leak detection and cathodic protection to mitigate environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 130 Old Bay Branch Road, Sylvania, Georgia 30467, United States, in Screven County.
It is a compressor station on the Southern Natural Gas pipeline system, maintaining pressure and flow for natural gas transmission across the southeastern United States.
The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, leak detection systems, pressure monitoring, and regular inspections as required by PHMSA regulations.
Natural gas pipelines have lower spill risk than liquid pipelines but can contribute to methane emissions. Facilities implement leak detection and maintenance to minimize environmental impact.
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