Texas Gas Transmission LLC - Pineville Compressor Station: Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure in Pineville, Louisiana

Texas Gas Transmission LLC - Pineville Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located at 3983 Highway 107 S in Pineville, Rapides Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the broader Texas Gas Transmission pipeline network, which transports natural gas across multiple states. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient gas delivery to downstream markets. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas operation. Typical compressor stations in this region use centrifugal or reciprocating compressors powered by natural gas or electric motors, with capacities varying based on pipeline diameter and throughput requirements. The Pineville Compressor Station plays a role in the regional natural gas infrastructure, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in Louisiana and beyond. Its location in central Louisiana places it within a network that connects Gulf Coast production areas to markets in the Midwest and Northeast. The facility's operational status ensures continued reliability of gas transmission services in the region.

The Pineville Compressor Station is situated in a region with mixed land use, including forested areas and agricultural land. Proximity to waterways such as the Red River and Bayou Rapides requires careful management of potential spills or leaks to protect aquatic ecosystems. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are critical for preventing corrosion-related releases. Natural gas compression involves combustion emissions, which are regulated under the Clean Air Act.