Risk: Low Gas Extraction Operational

SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. Gas Extraction Facility, El Dorado, Arkansas

EL DORADO, Arkansas, United States

Overview

SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. is a gas extraction facility located 7 miles south of El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. is a gas extraction facility situated in Union County, Arkansas, approximately 7 miles south of the intersection of highways 82 and 167 west of El Dorado. The facility operates within the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and governed by DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Arkansas involve wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines that transport raw gas to processing plants. The region is part of the Arkoma Basin, known for natural gas production from the Fayetteville Shale and other formations. As an operational gas extraction site, SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting industrial and residential demand in southern Arkansas. The facility's location in a rural area with low population density reduces some risk factors associated with proximity to populated areas. Its role in the broader gas infrastructure network highlights the importance of regulatory compliance and safety measures.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in a rural area of Union County, Arkansas, characterized by forested land and low population density. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with potential for severe weather, including tornadoes and thunderstorms, which can pose risks to gas infrastructure. Proximity to water bodies and wetlands may require environmental monitoring to prevent contamination from potential leaks or spills.

Frequently asked questions

SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. is located 7 miles south of the intersection of highways 82 and 167 west of El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas, United States.

SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs. It is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain.

Gas extraction facilities in Arkansas are subject to federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level oil and gas commission rules. Environmental permits from the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment may also apply.

As a gas extraction facility, SINCLAIR, JOHN PROD. produces raw natural gas that is then processed and transported via pipelines to end users. It contributes to the domestic energy supply and supports local economies.

Common risk factors include well integrity failures, pipeline leaks, and exposure to natural hazards such as severe weather. Regulatory compliance and regular inspections help mitigate these risks.

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