Viking Gas Transmission Co - Frazee Compressor Station: Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Frazee, Minnesota

Viking Gas Transmission Co - Frazee Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline compression facility located at 37497 State Highway 228 in Frazee, Becker County, Minnesota. The station is part of the Viking Gas Transmission system, which moves natural gas across the upper Midwest region of the United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring reliable gas delivery to downstream customers. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The station's equipment includes compressors, valves, and metering systems typical of midstream natural gas infrastructure. In Minnesota, pipeline facilities are also subject to state regulations administered by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. The Frazee Compressor Station plays a key role in the regional natural gas grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in Minnesota and neighboring states. Its location in Becker County places it within a network of pipelines that connect supply basins to consuming markets, contributing to energy reliability and economic activity in the area.

The station is situated in a rural area of western Minnesota, near agricultural land and small communities. Natural gas compressor stations typically have localized environmental considerations, including noise from compressors and potential emissions from engines. The facility is subject to PHMSA integrity management requirements to prevent leaks and protect nearby waterways and populated areas. Cathodic protection systems are used to mitigate pipeline corrosion, a key risk factor for gas pipelines.