CHEMTURA/DARDEN #2 SWD - Gas Extraction Saltwater Disposal Well in El Dorado, Arkansas

CHEMTURA/DARDEN #2 SWD is a gas extraction facility located near El Dorado, Arkansas, within Union County. The facility serves as a saltwater disposal well, a critical component of oil and gas operations in the region. It is situated along Highway 82 near the El Dorado Airport, providing access to the surrounding production fields. The facility operates under U.S. regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas infrastructure. As a saltwater disposal well, it manages produced water from hydrocarbon extraction, a common practice in Arkansas' oil and gas fields. The NAICS code 211111 indicates crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, aligning with the facility's role in the upstream sector. This facility contributes to the environmental management of produced water, reducing surface discharge risks. Its location in southern Arkansas places it within the Gulf Coast Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas activity. The operational status ensures ongoing support for local energy production while adhering to state and federal environmental guidelines.

The facility is located in southern Arkansas, a region with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather from Gulf storms. Proximity to populated areas like El Dorado requires careful management of disposal well pressures to prevent induced seismicity. The site's design and operation follow state regulations to protect groundwater resources.