Overview
Texas Eastern Transmission, LP MP 47 44 Okibbeha is a natural gas pipeline facility in Maben, Mississippi, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Texas Eastern Transmission, LP MP 47 44 Okibbeha is a natural gas pipeline facility located approximately 5 miles southeast of Maben, Mississippi, off Highway 82. It is part of the extensive Texas Eastern Transmission pipeline system, which transports natural gas across multiple states. The facility is currently operational and serves as a key component in the regional natural gas infrastructure. 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. As a midstream asset, it is typical of the scale and technology used in the United States for natural gas transmission, including compression stations and pipeline monitoring systems. This pipeline segment contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the southeastern United States, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its location in Webster County places it within a region with moderate population density, requiring adherence to strict safety and environmental standards to protect nearby communities and ecosystems.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses rural areas in Webster County, Mississippi, characterized by mixed forest and agricultural land. Proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust cathodic protection and regular integrity inspections to prevent leaks. The commodity transported, natural gas, poses risks of combustion and greenhouse gas emissions if released, making environmental monitoring and emergency response planning critical.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 5 miles southeast of Maben, Mississippi, off Highway 82, in Webster County.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the Texas Eastern Transmission system, serving markets in the southeastern United States.
The facility is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.
Typical safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular integrity inspections, leak detection systems, and emergency response plans, all mandated by PHMSA regulations.
The pipeline provides reliable natural gas supply to residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region, while requiring strict safety protocols to protect nearby populations and the environment.
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