Texas Gas Transmission LLC - Slaughters Compressor: Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Kentucky

Texas Gas Transmission LLC - Slaughters Compressor is a natural gas pipeline compressor station located at 3562 St Rt 1405 in Slaughters, Webster County, Kentucky. The facility is part of the Texas Gas Transmission pipeline system, which transports natural gas across multiple states. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring efficient gas delivery. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. Compressor stations like this one are critical infrastructure for maintaining pipeline integrity and throughput. This facility plays a key role in the regional natural gas grid, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in Kentucky and beyond. Its location in Webster County places it within a network of pipelines serving the Ohio River Valley region, an area with significant energy infrastructure.

The facility is situated in a rural area of western Kentucky, near the Green River and Ohio River watersheds. Pipeline compressor stations can have localized environmental impacts, including noise from compressor engines and potential emissions. The region's karst topography and proximity to waterways necessitate careful monitoring to prevent leaks or spills that could affect groundwater or surface water.