PGP Operating LLC Gas Extraction Facility, Coaling, Alabama

PGP Operating LLC is a gas extraction facility located on Brant Ward Road in Coaling, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction. It is situated in a region with a mix of rural and industrial land use, typical for gas extraction operations in the southeastern United States. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering pipelines. The scale of operations is typical for a mid-sized extraction facility in Alabama, a state with significant natural gas production. PGP Operating LLC contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas distribution for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region. Its location in Tuscaloosa County places it near populated areas, requiring adherence to safety protocols and environmental monitoring to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction.

The facility is located in a region with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes and hurricanes, which can pose risks to gas extraction infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas in Tuscaloosa County necessitates careful management of operational pressures and leak detection to ensure community safety. The local environment includes mixed forest and agricultural land, with potential impacts on air and water quality from extraction activities.