natural gas lines

Methane delivery infrastructure

Natural gas lines are the pipes that carry natural gas from production sites to end users.

The term usually refers to the distribution network delivering gas to homes and businesses for heating and cooking: The utility company is replacing old natural gas lines in our neighborhood.

Damage to natural gas lines poses explosion and fire risks, making them a concern during construction and natural disasters.

Related
  • pipelineLong-distance fluid transport tube
  • gas mainPrimary underground fuel conduit
  • meterDevice that measures usage
  • utilityFunctional worth or purpose
  • propaneFlammable hydrocarbon fuel

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Top 200,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G