Overview
ARK WESTERN GAS/BENTONVILLE Y is an operational gas distribution station in Rogers, Arkansas, serving the local natural gas network under US PHMSA regulations.
ARK WESTERN GAS/BENTONVILLE Y is a gas distribution station located along S 40th St in Rogers, Benton County, Arkansas. It operates within the United States natural gas infrastructure, supporting residential and commercial gas delivery in the region. The facility falls under the jurisdiction of US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas distribution systems. As a distribution station, it manages lower pressures compared to transmission pipelines, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale for local distribution. This station plays a key role in the natural gas grid for Rogers and surrounding areas, ensuring reliable gas supply to end users. Its operational status contributes to the energy infrastructure of Benton County, supporting local economic activity and community energy needs.
Environmental context
Located in a suburban area of Rogers, Arkansas, the station operates in a region with moderate seismic risk and typical climate hazards such as thunderstorms and tornadoes. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to safety regulations to minimize risks associated with gas distribution.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located along S 40th St in Rogers, Benton County, Arkansas, United States.
It is a gas distribution station that receives natural gas from transmission pipelines and reduces pressure for safe delivery to homes and businesses in the Rogers area.
Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
The station follows PHMSA safety regulations, including regular inspections, pressure monitoring, and emergency response plans to mitigate risks associated with gas distribution.
Gas distribution stations are critical for reducing transmission pipeline pressure to levels suitable for local distribution networks, ensuring safe and reliable gas supply to end users.
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