SourceGas Arkansas/Gentry Jct Gas Distribution Station, Gentry, Arkansas

SourceGas Arkansas/Gentry Jct is a gas distribution station located at the southwest corner of Airport Road and Bill Young Road in Gentry, Benton County, Arkansas. As part of the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure, this facility plays a role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe operation of gas distribution systems. Gas distribution stations like this one typically reduce pressure and meter gas flow from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks. The station's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under Natural Gas Distribution. This station contributes to the energy supply for the Gentry area, supporting local communities and economic activities. Its operational status ensures continued service to customers in Benton County. The facility is part of the broader natural gas grid that provides reliable energy for heating, cooking, and industrial processes.

The station is situated in a rural area near Gentry, Arkansas, with proximity to residential and agricultural land. Natural gas distribution involves managing methane leakage risks, which can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. The facility's location in a region with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather (e.g., tornadoes) requires adherence to safety standards to minimize environmental impact.