Southern Star - Hugoton Compressor Station: Gas Pipeline Facility in Satanta, Kansas

Southern Star - Hugoton Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Satanta, Haskell County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network, which is critical for energy distribution across the central United States. 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. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas from production areas to end users. The station is part of the broader Southern Star pipeline system, which connects natural gas supplies to markets. Its location in Haskell County places it within an area of significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the energy infrastructure that supports local and regional economies.

The facility is situated in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and oil and gas operations. Proximity to populated areas is limited, but the pipeline network may cross waterways and sensitive habitats. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of leaks or ruptures, requiring robust cathodic protection and regular inspections to prevent environmental harm.