RAT OIL./MCCLURKIN-HODGE A-2 Gas Extraction Facility, Stephens, Arkansas

RAT OIL./MCCLURKIN-HODGE A-2 is a gas extraction facility located 2.9 miles south of Stephens, in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction). It is situated in a region with a history of oil and gas production, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves drilling and production activities typical of the Arkoma Basin or similar geological formations in Arkansas. The NAICS code indicates primary extraction rather than processing or distribution. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local water resources. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's operational status suggests compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Its role in the local gas infrastructure supports energy supply for the surrounding communities and industrial users.

The facility is located in a rural area near Stephens, Arkansas, with potential environmental considerations including proximity to groundwater sources and local ecosystems. The region is subject to moderate seismic activity, which may influence operational safety protocols. Regulatory compliance under US environmental laws helps mitigate risks associated with gas extraction activities.