ELROD COMPANY Gas Extraction Facility, Fouke, Arkansas

ELROD COMPANY is a gas extraction facility situated in the North Fouke Field near Fouke, Miller County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader upstream oil and gas sector in Arkansas, which has a history of natural gas production from the Arkoma Basin and other formations. The facility operates under NAICS code 211111, which covers the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas. In the United States, gas extraction facilities are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and the Department of Transportation (DOT) under 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. State-level regulations from the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission also apply. Typical gas extraction operations involve drilling, well completion, and initial processing to separate gas from liquids and impurities. The environmental context for this facility includes its location in a rural area of southwestern Arkansas, near the Texas border. The region is characterized by agricultural land and forested areas. Proximity to populated areas is moderate, with Fouke being a small town. The facility's operational status indicates active extraction, which involves considerations for groundwater protection, air emissions, and land use. The site's role in the local gas infrastructure supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use.

The facility is located in a rural area of Miller County, Arkansas, near the small town of Fouke. The surrounding environment includes agricultural fields and mixed forest. Gas extraction activities in this region are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. The proximity to populated areas is moderate, with the nearest residences likely within a few miles. Seismic risk in the region is low, but climate hazards such as flooding from heavy rainfall could affect operations.