Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Smackover Drilling Company Inc - Ezzell 26 SWD: Gas Extraction Facility in El Dorado, Arkansas

EL DORADO, Arkansas, United States

Overview

Smackover Drilling Company Inc - Ezzell 26 SWD is a gas extraction facility in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. It is operational and classified under NAICS 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.

Smackover Drilling Company Inc - Ezzell 26 SWD is a gas extraction facility located in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. It is situated in the southern part of Arkansas, near the Louisiana border, an area historically known for oil and gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission. The facility's specific capacity is not detailed, but typical gas extraction operations in this region range from small to medium scale. Environmentally, the facility is located in a region with moderate seismic activity and is subject to climate hazards such as tornadoes and flooding. Proximity to populated areas like El Dorado requires adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks. The facility contributes to the local energy supply and supports the regional economy through natural gas extraction.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in southern Arkansas, an area with moderate seismic risk and exposure to severe weather events such as tornadoes and flooding. The proximity to El Dorado requires careful management of operational risks to protect nearby communities. The region's geology includes the Smackover Formation, a significant source of oil and gas, which influences local extraction practices.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States, at coordinates 33.23860, -92.60836.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS code 211111 for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.

The facility is currently operational.

Gas extraction facilities in Arkansas are regulated by the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission and must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission.

The Smackover Formation is a major oil and gas reservoir in the Gulf Coast region, underlying parts of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. It has been a key source of hydrocarbons since the early 20th century.

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