Texas Eastern Transmission LP - St Francisville Compressor Station: Louisiana Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Texas Eastern Transmission LP - St Francisville Compressor Station is a natural gas compressor station located at 17238 Highway 10 in St. Francisville, West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the Texas Eastern Transmission pipeline system, a major natural gas pipeline network that transports gas from the Gulf Coast to markets in the northeastern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline, ensuring efficient gas transmission. 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 gas pipeline safety. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this one are critical infrastructure for maintaining pipeline capacity and reliability, typically featuring gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors. The St Francisville Compressor Station plays a key role in the regional energy grid, supporting the delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in Louisiana places it within a dense network of pipeline infrastructure serving the Gulf Coast energy hub. The station's operational status ensures continued service for downstream markets, contributing to energy security and supply stability.

The facility is situated in a rural area of West Feliciana Parish, near the Mississippi River. Proximity to waterways and populated areas requires robust safety measures to prevent leaks or ruptures. The station's operations involve compression of natural gas, which can pose risks of methane emissions if not properly maintained. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA standards for cathodic protection and leak detection is essential to minimize environmental impact.