Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company LLC, TGP Station 63 Area Spike Test - Batesville, Mississippi Gas Pipeline Facility

Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company LLC, TGP Station 63 Area Spike Test is a gas pipeline facility located on Jim Baker Road in Batesville, Panola County, Mississippi. This facility is part of the Tennessee Gas Pipeline system, one of the largest natural gas pipeline networks in the United States, serving markets across the Northeast, Midwest, and Gulf Coast regions. 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 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safety of gas pipelines. Spike tests are conducted to verify the integrity and maximum allowable operating pressure of pipeline segments, ensuring safe and reliable gas transmission. The facility's location in Mississippi places it within a region with significant natural gas infrastructure supporting industrial and residential demand. As part of the Tennessee Gas Pipeline system, this facility plays a critical role in the natural gas supply chain, connecting production areas in the Gulf Coast to consumption centers. The pipeline network contributes to energy security and economic activity in the region. Environmental considerations include routine integrity management programs to prevent leaks and minimize impact on surrounding communities and ecosystems.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Panola County, Mississippi, near Batesville. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural land and water bodies such as the Tallahatchie River. Pipeline operations are subject to environmental regulations that require spill prevention, cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections to protect soil and water resources. The facility's proximity to waterways necessitates careful monitoring to prevent potential contamination from pipeline leaks.