BEREN CORPORATION (DUMAS A #1 SWD) - Gas Extraction Facility in El Dorado, Arkansas

BEREN CORPORATION (DUMAS A #1 SWD) is a gas extraction facility located in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas supply chain within the state. Arkansas has a history of natural gas production, particularly from the Fayetteville Shale play, and this facility contributes to that activity. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission and federal agencies such as PHMSA. It is classified under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region handle moderate volumes of natural gas and associated produced water. As part of the local gas infrastructure, this facility supports energy supply and economic activity in El Dorado and the surrounding area. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to the regional gas network, which serves residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

The facility is located in El Dorado, Arkansas, an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of operational risks. The facility's gas extraction activities involve handling of natural gas and produced water, necessitating adherence to environmental regulations to protect local water resources and air quality.