Our History

Our History

Old photo of a man working on a pipe

Our History

A Legacy of Service

Southern Star has been part of the energy industry since 1904, growing and evolving alongside you every step of the way.

At the turn of the twentieth century, explorers traversed the land in Oklahoma, searching for oil, staking their claims and forming companies. Realizing there was value in the natural gas they discovered with oil, these companies began transporting this clean-burning fuel across the country.

Much of today’s Southern Star was formed from parts of various local distribution companies. In 2003, our company adopted its current name of Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline Inc.

Today, Southern Star is a leading transporter of natural gas to America’s heartland, with approximately 5,800 miles of natural gas transmission pipeline spanning seven states. While our company’s name and size have evolved over time, our commitment to our customers and communities has always remained strong.

Our company has grown to more than 600 team members. We invite you to learn more about our exciting Careers to see if you’re ready to become part of our historic team.

Our History Gallery

Alva Station team member examining equipment (July, 1962)

Alva Station team member examining equipment (July, 1962)

Team member working inside the facility at the Alva Station (July, 1962)

Team member working inside the facility at the Alva Station (July, 1962)

Team member using Son-o-ray inside Wichita facility (July, 1968)

Team member using Son-o-ray inside Wichita facility (July, 1968)

Team members work on the line for the Blackwell-Graham crossline construction (1955)

Team members work on the line for the Blackwell-Graham crossline construction (1955)

Team members with equipment working on the Blackwell-Graham crossline construction (1955)

Team members with equipment working on the Blackwell-Graham crossline construction (1955)

Edmond Station team members working on addition of a third engine (1956)

Edmond Station team members working on addition of a third engine (1956)

A team member working outside the Alva Compressor Station (July, 1958)

A team member working outside the Alva Compressor Station (July, 1958)

Team members gathered together at Alva Compressor Station (July, 1958)

Team members gathered together at Alva Compressor Station (July, 1958)

Team members gathered together outside the Edmond Station (March, 1960)

Team members gathered together outside the Edmond Station (March, 1960)

Hugoton Station team working on pipeline install in Ulysses, KS (1961)

Hugoton Station team working on pipeline install in Ulysses, KS (1961)