Overview
Black Hills Energy Arkansas, Inc. - XNA to Lee Harris is a gas distribution station in Highfill, Arkansas, serving the local natural gas network. The facility is operational and supports residential and commercial gas supply in Benton County.
Black Hills Energy Arkansas, Inc. - XNA to Lee Harris is a gas distribution station located in Highfill, Arkansas, within Benton County. The facility is part of the natural gas distribution infrastructure serving the region, connecting the XNA area to Lee Harris. As a gas distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and delivers gas to local end-users. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution. The NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under natural gas distribution. In Arkansas, gas distribution stations like this one are typically medium-scale, serving suburban and rural communities. This station plays a key role in providing reliable natural gas service to the Highfill area, supporting both residential heating and commercial operations. Its location near the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) positions it within a growing region with increasing energy demands. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The station is located in a region with moderate seismic activity and typical climate hazards such as tornadoes and severe storms. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to PHMSA safety regulations to minimize risk. The facility's design and maintenance practices address these environmental factors to ensure safe operation.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located south of the intersection of Regional Ave and NE O in Highfill, Arkansas, 72712, within Benton County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and delivers gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Highfill area.
The facility is operated by Black Hills Energy Arkansas, Inc., a natural gas utility serving parts of Arkansas.
Gas distribution stations in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, design, construction, and operation.
NAICS code 221210 classifies the facility as a natural gas distribution establishment, which includes stations that distribute gas through local mains to end-users.
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