Overview
Texas Eastern Transmission Compressor Station #27A is a gas pipeline facility in Linden, New Jersey, United States. It operates as part of the interstate natural gas pipeline network.
Texas Eastern Transmission Compressor Station #27A is a natural gas compressor station located in Linden, Union County, New Jersey. It is part of the Texas Eastern Transmission pipeline system, a major interstate natural gas pipeline network that transports gas from the Gulf Coast to the Northeast United States. The facility plays a key role in maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline system. The station 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 essential for long-distance gas transmission, using turbine or electric compressors to boost pressure. The facility's location in an industrial area near New York Harbor supports regional energy distribution. Environmentally, the station is situated in a densely populated region, requiring robust safety and leak detection systems. Its proximity to waterways and residential areas necessitates strict adherence to PHMSA regulations and regular inspections. The facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for heating and power generation in the Northeastern United States.
Environmental context
The compressor station is located in Linden, New Jersey, an industrialized area near the Arthur Kill waterway and residential communities. Natural gas pipelines and compressor stations pose risks of methane leaks and potential explosions. PHMSA regulations require cathodic protection, leak surveys, and emergency response plans.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at Lower Rd & Range Rd in Linden, Union County, New Jersey, United States.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the Texas Eastern Transmission pipeline system, which transports natural gas from the Gulf Coast to the Northeast.
The facility is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular leak surveys, emergency shutdown systems, and compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs.
Compressor stations boost gas pressure to maintain flow over long distances, ensuring reliable delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.
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