Overview
SUMMIT UTILITIES ARKANSAS, INC. - 55TH AND ALLEN PHASES 1-13 (WO# PENDING) is an operational gas distribution station in North Little Rock, Arkansas, serving the local natural gas network.
SUMMIT UTILITIES ARKANSAS, INC. - 55TH AND ALLEN PHASES 1-13 (WO# PENDING) is a gas distribution station located in North Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas. The facility is part of the natural gas infrastructure serving residential and commercial customers in the region. As a gas distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission pipelines to levels suitable for local distribution. 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 safety. Gas distribution stations in the United States typically handle pressures ranging from 60 to 200 psi and serve local communities. The NAICS code 237120 indicates this facility is involved in oil and gas pipeline and related structures construction. This station plays a key role in delivering natural gas to the North Little Rock area, supporting residential heating, cooking, and industrial uses. Its location in a suburban setting requires adherence to strict safety protocols to protect nearby populations. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a suburban area of North Little Rock, Arkansas, near residential neighborhoods. Gas distribution stations like this one are designed with safety features such as pressure regulation and emergency shut-off valves to mitigate risks. The local climate includes seasonal temperature variations that influence gas demand, and the region is not prone to significant seismic activity, reducing certain environmental hazards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in North Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States, at public road right-of-ways northwest of the intersection of 55th and Allen.
A gas distribution station reduces the pressure of natural gas from high-pressure transmission pipelines to lower pressures suitable for local distribution to homes and businesses.
Gas distribution stations in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
The NAICS code for this facility is 237120, which covers oil and gas pipeline and related structures construction.
Typical safety measures include pressure regulation, overpressure protection, emergency shut-off valves, leak detection systems, and regular inspections to ensure compliance with PHMSA regulations.
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