Overview
Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission-Herndon Town Border Station is a gas pipeline facility in Herndon, Kansas, USA. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission-Herndon Town Border Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Herndon, Rawlins County, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of the interstate natural gas transmission network, serving as a border station that monitors and controls gas flow. As a component of the Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission system, it plays a role in regional energy distribution. 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. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. The station's location in rural Kansas reflects typical siting for such infrastructure, often placed away from dense populations but near transportation corridors. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to agricultural land and minor waterways. As a gas pipeline border station, it contributes to the safe and efficient transport of natural gas across state lines, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users. The facility's operational status ensures continued service within the regional pipeline grid.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Rawlins County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and sparse population. Proximity to local waterways and the potential for pipeline leaks or ruptures are key environmental concerns. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate regular inspections and cathodic protection to minimize corrosion risks. The transport of natural gas, a fossil fuel, also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, though pipeline transport is generally more efficient than trucking or rail.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located south of Keystone Street and Highway 117 in Herndon, Rawlins County, Kansas, USA.
It is a natural gas pipeline border station that monitors and controls the flow of gas within the Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission system, ensuring safe and efficient interstate transport.
The facility operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines, including integrity management, corrosion control, and emergency response.
Potential impacts include land disturbance during construction, risk of leaks affecting soil and water, and greenhouse gas emissions. However, pipelines are generally safer and more efficient than alternative transport methods.
Safety is ensured through regular inspections, cathodic protection systems, leak detection technology, and compliance with PHMSA regulations, including pipeline integrity management programs.
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