Overview
WTG Hugoton - Finney #3 Station is an operational gas pipeline facility in Garden City, Kansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
WTG Hugoton - Finney #3 Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Garden City, Kansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. It is classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline integrity management, corrosion control, and emergency response. In Kansas, pipeline infrastructure is critical for transporting natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. As part of the Hugoton natural gas field, one of the largest in North America, this station contributes to the regional energy supply. The facility's location in Finney County places it within an area of significant agricultural and energy activity. Its operational role supports the delivery of natural gas to end-users, including residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the High Plains region of Kansas, an area characterized by semi-arid climate and extensive agriculture. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider proximity to irrigation systems and groundwater resources. The transport of natural gas, while less hazardous than liquids, still requires robust leak detection and cathodic protection to prevent soil and water contamination. The age of the pipeline and maintenance practices are key factors in environmental risk.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Garden City, Finney County, Kansas, United States, with the address S1-T23S-R32W and ZIP code 67846.
It is an operational gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the Hugoton field infrastructure, serving the regional energy supply.
The facility is regulated by PHMSA and DOT under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety, including integrity management and corrosion control.
Pipelines in Kansas must manage risks related to soil erosion, groundwater protection, and leak prevention. Natural gas pipelines typically have lower environmental impact than liquid pipelines but still require monitoring.
The Hugoton field is one of the largest natural gas fields in North America, and its pipeline network is critical for transporting gas to markets across the United States.
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