Overview
SMI Operating Company, LLC (Frost F1 SWD) is a gas extraction facility located in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. It is operational and serves the local oil and gas industry.
SMI Operating Company, LLC (Frost F1 SWD) is a gas extraction facility situated in El Dorado, Arkansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas production activities in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader upstream sector, typically involving drilling and initial processing of natural gas. The NAICS code 211111 indicates it is classified under oil and gas extraction. Environmental considerations for this facility include its location in a region with moderate seismic activity and potential for extreme weather events such as tornadoes. Proximity to populated areas in El Dorado necessitates careful management of operational risks. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy availability for residential and industrial users.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in southern Arkansas, an area with a humid subtropical climate and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes and flooding. The region has low seismic hazard but is subject to industrial activity related to oil and gas extraction. Proximity to El Dorado requires attention to air quality and water management to minimize impacts on the local community and ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States, at coordinates 33.247072, -92.601997.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas, operating under NAICS code 211111 (Oil and Gas Extraction).
The facility is subject to U.S. federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and safety requirements in Arkansas.
The facility is currently operational.
The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, but its proximity to El Dorado requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to mitigate risks.
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