Overview
ARKLATX OPERATING/EMMA-RILEY#6 is a gas extraction facility located in Norphlet, Union County, Arkansas, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
ARKLATX OPERATING/EMMA-RILEY#6 is a gas extraction facility situated in Norphlet, Union County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas supply chain within the Ark-La-Tex region, a historically significant area for oil and gas production. As a gas extraction site, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS code 211111 indicates it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for the region's extensive oil and gas fields. The facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supporting industrial and residential energy needs in southern Arkansas. Its location in Union County places it within a network of gas gathering and processing operations that serve the broader Gulf Coast energy market.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Union County, Arkansas, near the town of Norphlet. The region is characterized by forested terrain and is part of the Gulf Coastal Plain. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate exposure risks. However, the facility's operations involve gas extraction, which carries inherent risks such as potential leaks or emissions. The area is not known for high seismic activity, but climate hazards like severe storms could pose operational challenges.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at HWY 335 & HAYES CITY LOOP, T/L, in Norphlet, Union County, Arkansas, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas, operating under the NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation to ensure safety.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to the natural gas supply in the Ark-La-Tex region.
Located in a rural area of southern Arkansas, the facility is in a region with forested terrain and low population density. Environmental risks are managed through compliance with federal and state regulations.
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