Overview
ARK-LA-TX PROD./KNIGHTON #2 is a gas extraction facility located near Stamps, Arkansas, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
ARK-LA-TX PROD./KNIGHTON #2 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 6 miles north of Stamps, in Lafayette County, Arkansas, USA. The facility is operational and falls under the Gas Extraction sector, serving the natural gas production needs of the region. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain in the Ark-La-Tx region, a historically significant area for oil and gas production. The facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure by extracting natural gas, which is then processed and transported via pipelines to end-users. Its location in rural Arkansas minimizes proximity to densely populated areas, reducing certain operational risks. The facility's role in the regional gas grid supports energy supply for industrial, commercial, and residential consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Lafayette County, Arkansas, characterized by low population density. The local environment includes agricultural land and forests. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing potential exposure risks. The region's moderate climate and low seismic activity contribute to stable operational conditions for gas extraction infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
ARK-LA-TX PROD./KNIGHTON #2 is located approximately 6 miles north of Stamps, in Lafayette County, Arkansas, USA.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, contributing to the regional energy supply in the Ark-La-Tx area.
Gas extraction facilities in Arkansas operate under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level environmental and safety rules.
The facility provides natural gas for local and regional use, supporting energy needs while operating in a rural area with minimal population density.
Facilities in this region vary from small to large, with many being part of the extensive natural gas infrastructure that supports production from the Haynesville Shale and other formations.
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