LARAY OIL/THOMPSON #1 SWD - Gas Extraction Facility in Smackover, Arkansas

LARAY OIL/THOMPSON #1 SWD is a gas extraction facility located in Smackover, Union County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's hydrocarbon production, supporting the extraction of natural gas and associated liquids. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas infrastructure. As a saltwater disposal (SWD) well, it is integral to managing produced water from oil and gas operations, a common practice in the region's mature fields. The Smackover area has a long history of oil and gas production, and this facility contributes to the ongoing management of byproducts from extraction activities. Its location near Highway 7B and Gas Plant Road places it within an established industrial corridor, supporting the local energy sector.

The facility is situated in a region with a history of oil and gas extraction, which can pose risks related to groundwater contamination and induced seismicity from disposal wells. Proximity to populated areas like Smackover requires careful management of operational pressures and well integrity to mitigate environmental impacts.