Southwestern Energy Office - Gas Extraction Facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Southwestern Energy Office is a gas extraction facility situated at 1001-1083 Sain Street in Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 221200 (Natural Gas Distribution). As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and must comply with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility operates within the broader context of the Fayetteville Shale play, a major natural gas-producing region in Arkansas. Gas extraction in this area typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight gas formations. The facility's scale is consistent with mid-sized operations common in the region, supporting local gas gathering and processing activities. Environmentally, the facility's location in a populated area of Fayetteville necessitates careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility must adhere to state and federal regulations regarding well integrity and methane leakage. Its role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy delivery for residential and industrial users in northwest Arkansas.

The facility is located in a suburban area of Fayetteville, Arkansas, with proximity to residential neighborhoods. The region is part of the Fayetteville Shale play, where gas extraction activities have raised concerns about air quality, water usage, and induced seismicity. The facility must comply with Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment regulations and federal standards to mitigate environmental impacts. The local climate includes seasonal temperature variations and moderate precipitation, which can affect operational practices and infrastructure maintenance.