Blackbird Company Gas Extraction Facility, Stephens, Arkansas

The Blackbird Company is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 3.25 miles north of Stephens, in Ouachita County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Arkansas has a history of natural gas production, particularly from the Fayetteville Shale play, and this facility contributes to the regional gas supply. As a gas extraction operation, the facility likely involves drilling and production wells, gathering lines, and separation equipment. The regulatory framework includes oversight by the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission and federal regulations such as PHMSA pipeline safety rules for any associated pipelines. The facility's scale is typical for a small to medium-sized operation in the region, focusing on natural gas extraction from local reservoirs. The environmental context includes proximity to rural areas in Ouachita County, with potential impacts on local water resources and air quality. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces earthquake risk, but operational practices must manage methane emissions and groundwater protection. The gas extracted supports local energy needs and contributes to the broader U.S. natural gas infrastructure.

The facility is located in a rural area of Ouachita County, Arkansas, with low population density. The region is not prone to significant seismic activity, but gas extraction operations must manage potential impacts on groundwater and air quality through proper well construction and emission controls. The facility's proximity to Frog Bayou and other water bodies necessitates careful management of produced water and runoff.