ARKLATX OPERATING/GOODWIN B-5 Gas Extraction Facility, Louann, Arkansas

ARKLATX OPERATING/GOODWIN B-5 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Smackover, near Louann in Ouachita County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. It is situated in a region with a long history of oil and gas production. 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 pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines. The scale of operations is typical for the region, which is part of the Ark-La-Tex basin, known for conventional and unconventional gas production. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air and water resources. The facility's role in the regional gas supply chain contributes to energy infrastructure in Arkansas. Ongoing monitoring and adherence to safety standards help mitigate operational risks.

The facility is located in a rural area of Ouachita County, Arkansas, with low population density. The region is part of the Ark-La-Tex basin, which has a history of oil and gas extraction. Potential environmental concerns include groundwater protection, air emissions from flaring or venting, and habitat disruption. The area is not near major protected areas, but local ecosystems may include forests and wetlands that require careful management.