Overview
WESTERN RES. (NEVER BUILT) is a gas pipeline facility in Milan Station, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
WESTERN RES. (NEVER BUILT) is a gas pipeline facility located in Milan Station, Sumner County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility represents a component of the extensive natural gas pipeline network in the central United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection, and leak detection. In Kansas, pipelines are subject to state oversight by the Kansas Corporation Commission, which enforces additional safety standards. As part of the U.S. natural gas infrastructure, this pipeline contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's location in Sumner County places it within a region with significant agricultural activity and rural communities, where pipeline safety and environmental stewardship are critical for protecting local resources and public safety.
Environmental context
The pipeline traverses rural agricultural land in Sumner County, Kansas, where proximity to waterways and populated areas requires careful monitoring. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which could impact soil and water quality. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate these risks through regular inspections and cathodic protection.
Frequently asked questions
The pipeline is located in Milan Station, Sumner County, Kansas, United States.
The pipeline is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.
As a gas pipeline, it transports natural gas.
Key risks include corrosion, excavation damage, and leaks. PHMSA requires integrity management programs, cathodic protection, and regular inspections to mitigate these risks.
The rural agricultural setting requires careful monitoring to protect farmland and waterways. Pipeline markers and right-of-way maintenance help prevent accidental damage from farming activities.
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