Key Energy Svc/Thurman #1 SWD Gas Extraction Facility, Welcome, Arkansas

Key Energy Svc/Thurman #1 SWD is a gas extraction facility located in Welcome, Columbia County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local gas infrastructure network in the region. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes associated with the facility are 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 213112 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations). These codes indicate that the facility is involved in both extraction and support activities typical for gas extraction operations in the region. The facility's location in Arkansas places it within a region with active gas extraction activities. Its operational status contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity. The facility's grid role involves feeding natural gas into the broader pipeline network, supporting downstream consumers and industrial users.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Columbia County, Arkansas, which is characterized by agricultural and forested land. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing potential exposure to residential zones. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's design and operations are subject to relevant safety standards to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and handling.