Overview
Trunkline Gas Company LLC - Epps Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility in Epps, Louisiana, USA. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Trunkline Gas Company LLC - Epps Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located at 745 Highway 134 in Epps, West Carroll Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the extensive natural gas pipeline network in the United States, serving to maintain pressure and flow in the Trunkline Gas pipeline system. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in ensuring efficient gas transport across the region. 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 gas pipeline safety. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (211111 and 486210) indicate its involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas pipeline transportation. The station's location in rural Louisiana places it within a region with a dense network of gas pipelines serving both domestic and industrial consumers. Environmentally, the compressor station's operations involve natural gas compression, which can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and local noise impacts. However, modern compressor stations are designed with emission controls and noise mitigation measures. The facility's proximity to agricultural and rural areas reduces direct population exposure, but pipeline integrity and leak detection remain key operational priorities to prevent environmental incidents.
Environmental context
The Epps Compressor Station is situated in a rural area of northeastern Louisiana, characterized by agricultural land and scattered wetlands. The region's flat topography and proximity to the Mississippi River valley influence local hydrology. Pipeline operations in this area must consider potential impacts on soil and water resources, particularly during construction or maintenance. The facility's compliance with PHMSA regulations ensures cathodic protection and leak detection systems are in place to minimize environmental risk.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 745 Highway 134 in Epps, West Carroll Parish, Louisiana, USA.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in the Trunkline Gas pipeline system, ensuring efficient transport of natural gas.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines including design, construction, and maintenance.
Compressor stations can emit greenhouse gases and noise, but modern facilities use emission controls and noise barriers. They also have leak detection systems to prevent gas releases.
The facility is associated with NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas).
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