Overview
ARKLATX OPERATING/GRAVES #1 is a gas extraction facility in Norphlet, Arkansas, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
ARKLATX OPERATING/GRAVES #1 is a gas extraction facility located in Norphlet, Union County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. It serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure in the Ark-La-Tex region, a historically significant area for oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellhead operations, separation, and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. The scale of such facilities varies, but in the Ark-La-Tex region, they often support medium to large production volumes. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a region with moderate seismic activity and is subject to climate hazards such as tornadoes and flooding. Its proximity to populated areas like Norphlet requires adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks. The facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Union County.
Environmental context
The facility is located in southern Arkansas, an area with moderate seismic risk and exposure to severe weather events such as tornadoes and flash flooding. Proximity to the town of Norphlet and nearby communities necessitates careful management of operational risks, including pressure control and leak detection. The region's geology supports natural gas extraction, but requires adherence to environmental regulations to protect local water resources and air quality.
Frequently asked questions
ARKLATX OPERATING/GRAVES #1 is located in Norphlet, Union County, Arkansas, United States, approximately 0.25 miles north of Hayes City Road.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs. The gas is then processed and transported via pipelines for distribution.
The facility operates under NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
Gas extraction facilities in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, as well as state-level environmental and drilling regulations.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction and production.
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