Overview
LBOC, LLC/Alphin #A-9 SWD is an operational gas extraction facility located 2.25 miles south of Smackover, Arkansas, USA. It serves the Union County area as part of the regional gas infrastructure.
LBOC, LLC/Alphin #A-9 SWD is a gas extraction facility located in Smackover, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and situated in Union County, approximately 2.25 miles south of Smackover along Highway 7B. It is classified under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. In Arkansas, gas extraction facilities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission. The facility's location in the Gulf Coast region places it within a mature oil and gas producing area with established infrastructure. As a saltwater disposal (SWD) well, this facility plays a critical role in managing produced water from gas extraction operations, supporting environmental compliance and operational continuity. Its proximity to Smackover, a historic oil and gas hub, underscores its integration into the regional energy network. The facility contributes to the local economy and energy supply chain.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in southern Arkansas, a region with a history of oil and gas extraction. The local environment includes forested areas and agricultural land, with the Ouachita River basin nearby. Gas extraction and disposal operations in this area are subject to groundwater protection regulations and seismic monitoring due to the potential for induced seismicity from deep injection wells. The facility's operational practices must align with state and federal guidelines to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
LBOC, LLC/Alphin #A-9 SWD is located 2.25 miles south of Smackover, Arkansas, in Union County, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility, specifically a saltwater disposal (SWD) well, used for managing produced water from oil and gas operations.
Gas extraction facilities in Arkansas are regulated by the U.S. PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety, and by the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission for state-level permitting and environmental compliance.
A saltwater disposal well is used to inject produced water (brine) from oil and gas operations into deep geological formations, preventing surface contamination and managing wastewater.
The facility supports regional gas extraction by managing produced water, enabling continued production and reducing environmental risks. It is part of the broader energy infrastructure in Union County.
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