ARKLATX OPERATING/URBANA SWDS Gas Extraction Facility, Urbana, Arkansas

ARKLATX OPERATING/URBANA SWDS is a gas extraction facility situated in Union County, Arkansas, approximately 1.5 miles northwest of Urbana. The facility operates within the United States natural gas industry, which is regulated under PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission and gathering lines. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), indicating it is involved in the extraction of natural gas. Gas extraction facilities in the Arkansas region typically range from small to medium scale, often serving local gathering systems that connect to larger interstate pipelines. As part of the natural gas supply chain, this facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure. Its operational status ensures continued gas production for downstream processing and distribution. The facility's location in a rural area reduces proximity-related risks, though standard safety protocols for gas extraction apply.

The facility is located in a rural area of southern Arkansas, which is characterized by forested terrain and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing potential exposure risks. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes, which are considered in facility risk assessments. Standard environmental controls for gas extraction, such as emissions monitoring and spill prevention, are expected to be in place.