Texas Eastern Transmission LP - West Monroe Compressor Station, Louisiana | Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Texas Eastern Transmission LP - West Monroe Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 309 Worthy Rd, West Monroe, Louisiana, USA. It is part of the extensive Texas Eastern Transmission pipeline system, which transports natural gas across the United States. The facility serves as a compressor station, maintaining pressure and flow within the pipeline network. 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. Compressor stations like this one are critical for ensuring efficient gas transport over long distances, typically using turbine or electric compressors. The station's location in Ouachita Parish places it within a region with significant pipeline infrastructure supporting energy distribution. Environmentally, the compressor station plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, which is a lower-carbon alternative to coal for power generation. However, its operation involves combustion emissions and potential methane leakage, requiring adherence to emission standards. The facility's proximity to the Ouachita River and populated areas necessitates robust safety and environmental management practices.

The West Monroe Compressor Station is situated in a region with a mix of industrial and residential areas, near the Ouachita River. Natural gas pipeline operations can impact local air quality through compressor emissions and potential methane leaks. The facility must comply with EPA regulations on air emissions and PHMSA safety standards to minimize environmental risks. Its location in a flood-prone area also requires measures to prevent pipeline damage during extreme weather events.