Risk: Low Gas Extraction Operational

RICHARD WILLIAMSON/BOSWELL #19 Gas Extraction Facility, Stephens, Arkansas

STEPHENS, Arkansas, United States

Overview

RICHARD WILLIAMSON/BOSWELL #19 is an operational gas extraction facility located 8 miles north of Stephens, Nevada County, Arkansas. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

RICHARD WILLIAMSON/BOSWELL #19 is a gas extraction facility located in Stephens, Arkansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and situated in Nevada County, approximately 8 miles north of Stephens on Highway 57. It is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure serving the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS code 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction). The facility's scale is typical for natural gas extraction operations in Arkansas, which is part of the Arkoma Basin, a region known for natural gas production. The facility plays a role in the local natural gas supply chain, contributing to energy production for the surrounding area. Its operational status indicates ongoing activity in gas extraction, supporting regional energy needs and economic activity in Nevada County.

Environmental context

The facility is located in a rural area of Nevada County, Arkansas, which is characterized by forested and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate risk to communities. However, gas extraction operations can involve potential environmental concerns such as groundwater contamination and air emissions. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, but specific hazard exposure for this facility is not detailed.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located 8 miles north of Stephens, Nevada County, Arkansas, United States.

The facility is operational, indicating ongoing gas extraction activities.

Gas extraction facilities in Arkansas must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and drilling regulations.

The facility is classified under NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.

The Arkoma Basin is a significant natural gas-producing region, with facilities ranging from small to large-scale operations. This facility's specific capacity is not disclosed, but it is part of a well-established gas extraction network.

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