Overview
Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission-Selden Town Border Station is a gas pipeline facility in Selden, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission-Selden Town Border Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Selden, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of the Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission system, which transports natural gas across the region. As a border station, it plays a key role in metering and regulating gas flow between pipeline segments. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. Typical border stations include metering equipment, pressure regulation, and odorization systems. This facility serves as an important node in the regional natural gas infrastructure, supporting energy distribution to communities and industries in Kansas and beyond. Its operational status ensures continued reliability in gas transmission, contributing to the stability of the local energy grid.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Sheridan County, Kansas, near the town of Selden. The surrounding landscape is primarily agricultural, with croplands and grasslands. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider proximity to waterways and agricultural operations. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections are mandated to ensure environmental safety.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located south of 6th Street and Kentucky Avenue in Selden, Kansas, United States.
It is a natural gas pipeline border station that measures, regulates, and controls the flow of gas between pipeline segments as part of the Tallgrass Interstate Gas Transmission system.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, and maintenance.
The NAICS code is 486210, which classifies it as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility.
It supports the transmission of natural gas across Kansas, helping to supply energy to residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.
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