Overview
Red Oak Operating/McClure #1 is a gas extraction facility located near Buckner, Arkansas, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Red Oak Operating/McClure #1 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 4.5 miles north of Buckner, in Lafayette County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction). It serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure in the Ark-La-Tex region, a historically significant area for natural gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. While specific technical specifications such as capacity or operating pressure are not detailed in available records, typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often involving wellhead compression and gathering pipelines. Red Oak Operating/McClure #1 contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas delivery to downstream markets. Its location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but standard environmental and safety protocols apply to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Lafayette County, Arkansas, characterized by agricultural land and forested patches. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with moderate seismic activity. Standard environmental considerations for gas extraction include groundwater protection, methane emissions management, and spill prevention. The facility's distance from populated areas reduces immediate community exposure, but ongoing monitoring of air and water quality is typical for such operations.
Frequently asked questions
Red Oak Operating/McClure #1 is located approximately 4.5 miles north of Buckner, in Lafayette County, Arkansas, United States.
The facility is currently operational as a gas extraction site.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for natural gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.
The facility is classified under NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
Typical considerations include groundwater protection, methane emissions control, and spill prevention. Facilities must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to minimize impact on local ecosystems.
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