Gulf Stream Oil-Bradvo Inc Gas Extraction Facility, El Dorado, Arkansas

Gulf Stream Oil-Bradvo Inc is a gas extraction facility situated in the Crain City Field near El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the region. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the gas infrastructure, focusing on the production of natural gas from local reserves. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline regulations. The extraction process typically involves drilling and well operations to bring natural gas to the surface, followed by initial processing to separate gas from other fluids. The scale of such facilities can vary, but they are often part of larger field developments. Located in southern Arkansas, the facility is situated in a region with a history of oil and gas production. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local water resources. The facility's role in the gas grid is to supply raw natural gas to processing plants and pipelines, supporting energy needs in the region and beyond.

The facility is located in the Crain City Field near El Dorado, Arkansas, an area with a history of oil and gas extraction. The local environment includes mixed forest and agricultural land, with potential impacts on groundwater and surface water from drilling operations. Proximity to populated areas necessitates careful management of emissions and noise. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as tornadoes and flooding may pose risks to infrastructure.