Overview
West Wichita Gas Gathering, LLC operates a gas pipeline in Hazelton Compressor Station, Kansas. This facility is part of the US natural gas infrastructure regulated under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
West Wichita Gas Gathering, LLC is a gas pipeline facility located at the Hazelton Compressor Station in Barber County, Kansas. The facility is operational and serves as a component of the natural gas gathering network in the region, connecting production areas to downstream processing and transmission systems. As a gas pipeline operating under NAICS code 486210, this facility falls under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The facility's location in south-central Kansas places it within a region with active oil and gas production, particularly from the Anadarko Basin and the Hugoton Gas Field. The Hazelton Compressor Station plays a key role in maintaining gas flow and pressure within the gathering system, supporting the reliable delivery of natural gas to end users. The facility contributes to the energy supply chain in Kansas and the broader US midstream infrastructure network.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Barber County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. Proximity to waterways and populated areas is limited, reducing certain environmental risks. The pipeline transports natural gas, which has lower spill risk compared to hazardous liquids, but methane leakage remains a concern for greenhouse gas emissions. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion and maintain pipeline integrity.
Frequently asked questions
West Wichita Gas Gathering, LLC operates a gas pipeline at the Hazelton Compressor Station in Barber County, Kansas, near the town of Hazelton.
This facility is a natural gas gathering pipeline system that collects gas from production wells and transports it to processing plants or transmission pipelines.
The pipeline is regulated under US DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety, including design, construction, testing, and maintenance standards enforced by PHMSA.
Gas pipelines can contribute to methane emissions if leaks occur, but modern pipelines use cathodic protection and regular inspections to minimize risks. The facility's rural location reduces impact on populated areas.
As a gathering pipeline, it connects local gas production to the broader interstate transmission system, supporting energy supply in Kansas and the central US.
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