Overview
WTG Hugoton - Morton Co. #6 Station is a gas pipeline facility in Rolla, Kansas, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
WTG Hugoton - Morton Co. #6 Station is a gas pipeline facility located in Rolla, Morton County, Kansas, United States. It is part of the natural gas pipeline infrastructure serving the region, with an operational status indicating active service. The facility is situated in a rural area of southwestern Kansas, an important region for natural gas production and transportation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas pipeline station, it likely includes compression, metering, or valve equipment to manage gas flow. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas, a critical component of the US energy grid. The station plays a role in the Hugoton natural gas field, one of the largest gas fields in North America, contributing to the regional energy supply. The facility supports the transportation of natural gas to downstream markets, ensuring energy reliability for consumers and industries.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southwestern Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and grasslands. Proximity to waterways is limited, but pipeline infrastructure in this area must consider soil erosion and potential impacts on local wildlife. The transport of natural gas, a fossil fuel, involves methane emissions and combustion-related environmental concerns. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA includes leak detection and integrity management programs to mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Rolla, Morton County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.061416, -101.582659.
It is a natural gas pipeline station that likely includes compression, metering, or valve equipment to manage the flow of natural gas through the pipeline network.
The facility is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.
The Hugoton gas field is one of the largest natural gas fields in North America, spanning parts of Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. This station is part of the infrastructure that transports gas from this field.
The facility supports natural gas transportation, providing energy for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region. It also contributes to local employment and economic activity.
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