TRUNKLINE GAS COMPRESSOR STATION - Ambia, Indiana Gas Pipeline Facility

TRUNKLINE GAS COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline facility located at 10483 West County Road 600 South, Ambia, Indiana, in the United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas transmission network, serving the region's energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, which is typical for long-distance gas transmission. The NAICS codes 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) and 486910 (Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and potentially other pipeline commodities. This compressor station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the Midwest. Its location in Benton County, Indiana, places it within a network that connects production areas to consumption centers, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Benton County, Indiana, near agricultural land. Pipeline compressor stations like this one can have localized environmental impacts, including noise from compressor engines and potential emissions. Proximity to waterways and populated areas is a consideration for risk management. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are important for preventing leaks and ensuring safe operation.