Overview
Texas Eastern Trans LP MP 16.10/16.13 is a natural gas pipeline facility in Ethel, Mississippi, operating under US PHMSA regulations. It is part of the Texas Eastern Transmission system, a major interstate pipeline network.
Texas Eastern Trans LP MP 16.10/16.13 is a natural gas pipeline facility located approximately 6 miles east-northeast of Ethel, Mississippi, off Highway 12. It operates within the Texas Eastern Transmission system, one of the largest interstate natural gas pipeline networks in the United States, connecting supply regions in the Gulf Coast to markets in the Northeast and Midwest. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) and is subject to US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations governing gas pipeline safety. As a metering and regulating station (MP 16.10/16.13), it monitors and controls gas flow, pressure, and quality along the pipeline. The Texas Eastern system spans over 9,000 miles, and this station plays a role in maintaining system integrity and delivery reliability. Operationally, the facility supports the regional energy grid by ensuring natural gas supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Mississippi and beyond. Its location in Attala County places it in a rural area with agricultural and forestry land use. Typical maintenance under PHMSA guidelines includes regular inspections and corrosion control to ensure safe operation.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Attala County, Mississippi, characterized by mixed forest and agricultural land. Proximity to waterways and populated areas is a consideration for pipeline safety. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which could affect local ecosystems or communities. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA includes requirements for leak detection, emergency response plans, and environmental protection measures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 6 miles east-northeast of Ethel, Mississippi, off Highway 12, in Attala County.
It is a natural gas pipeline metering and regulating station that monitors and controls gas flow, pressure, and quality as part of the Texas Eastern Transmission system.
The facility is regulated under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
The Texas Eastern Transmission system spans over 9,000 miles, connecting natural gas supply regions in the Gulf Coast to markets in the Northeast and Midwest.
Risks include potential leaks or ruptures that could release methane, a greenhouse gas, or cause fires. Pipelines are subject to safety regulations requiring leak detection, corrosion control, and emergency response plans.
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