Texas Gas Transmission - Midland Storage Field: Natural Gas Pipeline Storage in Bremen, Kentucky

Texas Gas Transmission - Midland Storage Field is a gas pipeline facility located at 650 Highway 175 South, Bremen, Kentucky, in Muhlenberg County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. As part of the Texas Gas Transmission system, it serves as a storage field, supporting natural gas supply and distribution in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight 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. This regulatory framework includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. The Midland Storage Field is a key component of the regional natural gas infrastructure, providing storage capacity to balance supply and demand. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a rural area of Muhlenberg County, near the Green River and agricultural lands. Pipeline storage fields like this one are designed to safely store natural gas underground, typically in depleted reservoirs or aquifers. The facility's proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates robust safety measures to prevent leaks and protect local ecosystems.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, near the Green River and agricultural lands. Natural gas storage fields like this one are typically located in depleted reservoirs or aquifers, requiring careful monitoring to prevent gas migration and protect groundwater. The proximity to waterways and populated areas necessitates adherence to strict safety protocols under PHMSA regulations.