Don Mason & Son/Lawton #B-7 Gas Extraction Facility, Norphlet, Arkansas

Don Mason & Son/Lawton #B-7 is a gas extraction facility located in Norphlet, Union County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and situated along Highway 335/Hayes City Loop Road. It falls under NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Arkansas, it is part of the Fayetteville Shale play region, known for natural gas production. Typical extraction operations involve drilling and well completion, with gas processed and transported via gathering lines. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its location in Union County places it within a network of gas infrastructure serving the southern United States. The operational status indicates ongoing production, which plays a role in meeting domestic energy demand.

The facility is located in a rural area of southern Arkansas, near the Ouachita River basin. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with seasonal tornado and flood risks. Proximity to populated areas is low, but the facility's gas extraction activities involve potential emissions and water usage. Regulatory oversight by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment ensures compliance with environmental standards.