Texas Gas Transmission LLC - Mamou Compressor Station, Mamou, Louisiana | Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

Texas Gas Transmission LLC - Mamou Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located at 3729 Durald Hwy in Mamou, Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the extensive U.S. natural gas transmission network, serving to maintain pressure and flow in the pipeline system. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in ensuring efficient gas transport across long distances. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The station is classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations of this type typically feature gas-fired turbines or electric motors to drive compressors, along with associated piping, valves, and control systems. The Mamou Compressor Station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the region, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Its location in rural Louisiana places it within a network of pipelines that connect production areas in the Gulf Coast to markets across the United States. The facility's operational status ensures continued service for downstream distribution systems.

The compressor station is situated in a rural area of Evangeline Parish, Louisiana, near agricultural land and small water bodies. Natural gas pipeline infrastructure in this region can pose risks related to methane leakage and potential impacts on local air quality. Proximity to waterways requires careful management to prevent contamination from accidental releases. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are important factors in maintaining pipeline integrity and minimizing environmental risk.