ASTRO DEVELOPMENT Gas Extraction Facility, Hot Springs, Arkansas

ASTRO DEVELOPMENT is a gas extraction facility situated in Hot Springs, Garland County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the region. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the gas industry, focusing on the recovery of natural gas from underground reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The NAICS code 211111 indicates it is part of the crude petroleum and natural gas extraction industry. In Arkansas, gas extraction activities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission. Located near Hot Springs, the facility is in an area known for its natural hot springs and tourism. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local water resources. The facility's operational status suggests it is actively contributing to the local energy supply, supporting regional economic activity and energy infrastructure.

The facility is situated in Garland County, Arkansas, near the city of Hot Springs, which is a populated area with tourism and residential zones. Gas extraction activities in this region may involve hydraulic fracturing and drilling, which can affect local water quality and air emissions. The area's geology and climate, including seismic activity risks, are factors in operational safety and environmental management.