Overview
Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co LLC - Ahoskie Meter Station is a gas pipeline facility in Ahoskie, North Carolina, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co LLC - Ahoskie Meter Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 144 Fire Tower Rd., Ahoskie, Hertford County, North Carolina, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a metering station along the Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line (Transco) system, one of the largest natural gas pipeline networks in the United States. 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 the safe transportation of natural gas. As a metering station, it measures gas flow volumes and pressures, ensuring accurate billing and system integrity. The Transco pipeline system spans over 10,000 miles, connecting natural gas supplies from the Gulf Coast to the northeastern United States. This metering station plays a critical role in the regional natural gas infrastructure, supporting energy delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in North Carolina and beyond. Its location in a rural area of Hertford County minimizes proximity to densely populated zones, though it remains subject to standard pipeline safety protocols including regular inspections and cathodic protection monitoring.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Hertford County, North Carolina, near agricultural land and small waterways. Natural gas pipelines generally have lower environmental impact than liquid pipelines, but methane leakage remains a concern. The station's metering equipment is designed to minimize fugitive emissions, and the operator follows PHMSA leak detection and repair programs. Proximity to the Chowan River basin requires adherence to waterway crossing regulations to protect aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 144 Fire Tower Rd., Ahoskie, Hertford County, North Carolina, United States, with coordinates 36.299879, -77.025786.
It is a natural gas metering station that measures the flow and pressure of gas along the Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line system, ensuring accurate volume tracking and system safety.
The facility is operated by Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Williams Companies, which manages the Transco pipeline network.
The facility is regulated under U.S. PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets standards for natural gas pipeline design, construction, operation, and maintenance to ensure safety.
The Transco pipeline is one of the largest natural gas systems in the U.S., spanning over 10,000 miles and supplying gas from the Gulf Coast to the Northeast, serving millions of customers.
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