Suter Federal No4 Compressor Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in Cedar Hill, New Mexico

Suter Federal No4 Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Cedar Hill, New Mexico, in San Juan County. The facility is operational and serves as a compressor station for natural gas transmission, supporting the regional pipeline network in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in long-distance gas pipelines, ensuring efficient transport from production areas to distribution networks. As part of the broader U.S. natural gas infrastructure, this compressor station contributes to energy supply reliability in the Southwest. Its location in San Juan County places it within a region with significant natural gas production and pipeline activity, supporting both local and national energy demands.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern New Mexico, characterized by mesas and canyons. Proximity to populated areas and waterways is a key environmental consideration for pipeline infrastructure. The area's dry climate reduces some corrosion risks, but cathodic protection systems are essential for maintaining pipeline integrity. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses combustion and leakage risks.