Upper Piedmont Renewables Gas Pipeline, Rougemont, North Carolina

Upper Piedmont Renewables is a gas pipeline facility located at 9662 Oxford Road in Rougemont, Person County, North Carolina, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. It serves as part of the regional energy infrastructure in the Piedmont region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. The facility's location in a rural area of North Carolina is typical for gas pipelines that transport natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. Upper Piedmont Renewables contributes to the energy supply chain in the southeastern United States, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial natural gas demand. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the region, and its compliance with federal safety regulations helps maintain reliable and safe pipeline operations.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Person County, North Carolina, near the Tar River watershed. Gas pipelines in this region typically traverse agricultural and forested lands, with potential environmental considerations including soil erosion during construction and maintenance, as well as impacts on local wildlife habitats. Proximity to waterways requires adherence to spill prevention and response protocols to protect water quality.