Overview
ARKLATX OPERATING/CLAYTON #D-4 is a gas extraction facility located near Norphlet, Ouachita County, Arkansas, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ARKLATX OPERATING/CLAYTON #D-4 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 10 miles southeast of Louann and half a mile east of Norphlet in Ouachita County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. It is part of the broader gas infrastructure network in the United States, which is heavily regulated to ensure safety and environmental compliance. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines that transport raw gas to processing plants. The scale of operations is typical for the region, which has a long history of oil and gas production in the Arkansas-Louisiana-Texas area. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a region with moderate seismic activity and is subject to climate hazards such as tornadoes and flooding. Proximity to populated areas like Norphlet and Louann necessitates robust safety measures. The facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity, supporting downstream gas processing and distribution networks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Ouachita County, Arkansas, an area with moderate seismic risk and exposure to severe weather events such as tornadoes and flooding. The surrounding region includes mixed forest and agricultural land, with scattered residential areas. Gas extraction activities require careful management of emissions, water usage, and well integrity to minimize environmental impact. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Norphlet, Ouachita County, Arkansas, USA, approximately 10 miles southeast of Louann and half a mile east of Norphlet.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, operating under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
The facility follows federal and state environmental regulations, including well integrity requirements, emissions controls, and water management practices to minimize its ecological footprint.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting natural gas for processing and distribution.
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