Overview
Big Escambia Creek Gas Plant is an operational gas extraction facility located in Atmore, Alabama, United States. It processes natural gas in the Escambia County region.
Big Escambia Creek Gas Plant is a gas extraction facility situated at 3888 Sardis Church Rd., Atmore, Alabama, United States. The plant is currently operational and serves the natural gas processing needs of the region, contributing to the broader gas infrastructure network in the southeastern United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction plant, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111, 211112, 211130, 212321, 212325, and 212399, covering crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and related mining activities. The plant's scale is typical for a regional gas processing facility in Alabama. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas in Atmore and potential exposure to climate hazards such as hurricanes common to the Gulf Coast region. The plant plays a key role in the local energy supply chain, processing natural gas for distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial users in the area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with moderate seismic activity and is subject to hurricane risks due to its proximity to the Gulf Coast. The surrounding area includes mixed residential and industrial zones, requiring careful management of operational pressures and pipeline integrity to ensure community safety.
Frequently asked questions
Big Escambia Creek Gas Plant is located at 3888 Sardis Church Rd., Atmore, Alabama 36502, United States.
Big Escambia Creek Gas Plant is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas, including extraction of natural gas liquids, for distribution in the regional energy grid.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction plants in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, and by state-level environmental agencies.
Environmental risks include potential leaks, proximity to populated areas, and exposure to natural hazards such as hurricanes or seismic events. Facilities must implement safety measures to mitigate these risks.
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