ALPHA OILFIELD/ALPHA SWD #1 - Gas Extraction Facility in Moreland, Arkansas

ALPHA OILFIELD/ALPHA SWD #1 is a gas extraction facility located in Moreland, Pope County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional gas supply chain, supporting extraction activities in the area. The facility operates under NAICS code 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), which is standard for gas extraction sites in the United States. It is subject to federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission, as well as state-level oversight by the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission. As a gas extraction facility, it contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to downstream processing and distribution networks. Its location in rural Arkansas places it in a region with moderate seismic and climate hazard exposure, typical for the Mid-South United States.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Pope County, Arkansas, with low population density. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing immediate risk. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. Standard operational practices and regulatory compliance help mitigate these environmental hazards.