Overview
Southern Star-Montezuma Station is a gas pipeline facility in Montezuma, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Southern Star-Montezuma Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Montezuma, Kansas, United States. As part of the Southern Star pipeline system, it plays a role in the transportation of natural gas within the region. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safety of gas pipelines. This regulatory framework includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance to ensure safe and reliable gas transmission. The Montezuma Station contributes to the natural gas infrastructure in Kansas, supporting energy distribution to local communities and industries. Its operational status ensures continued service in the region, aligning with the broader network of gas pipelines that underpin the U.S. energy supply.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and sparse population. Gas pipelines in such areas typically have lower population density risks, but proximity to waterways and agricultural operations requires careful monitoring. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses combustion and leak risks. Cathodic protection systems are standard to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections are mandated under PHMSA regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Southern Star-Montezuma Station is located in Montezuma, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.585800, -100.451100.
It is a gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the Southern Star pipeline system, operating under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
The NAICS code is 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Gas pipeline facilities in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets standards for design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance to ensure safety.
The facility supports natural gas distribution in southwestern Kansas, providing energy to communities and industries in the region.
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