Overview
Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline / Line R Replacement is an operational gas pipeline facility in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline / Line R Replacement is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas transportation network. As a gas pipeline, it plays a key role in delivering natural gas from production areas to distribution systems and end users. The pipeline 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. The Line R Replacement project indicates recent upgrades or replacement of existing pipeline segments, enhancing safety and reliability. The facility's location in Harvey County places it in a region with significant agricultural and industrial activity, and the pipeline contributes to the energy infrastructure supporting local communities and the broader regional economy.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses agricultural and rural areas in Harvey County, Kansas, with potential proximity to waterways and populated areas. Natural gas pipelines require robust cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion, and regular integrity assessments are mandated by PHMSA. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which can lead to fire or explosion hazards, but modern pipeline materials and monitoring technologies mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Harvey County, Kansas, United States, near coordinates 38.144906, -97.459983.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline system, serving the central United States.
The pipeline is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for natural gas pipelines.
The 'Line R Replacement' indicates that this segment has undergone replacement or upgrade, likely to enhance safety, reliability, and compliance with current regulatory standards.
The pipeline crosses agricultural and rural areas, requiring measures to prevent corrosion and leaks. Regular inspections and cathodic protection systems are used to minimize environmental risks.
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