Overview
STUMP LAKE UNIT is an operational gas extraction facility in Beluga, Alaska, United States. It contributes to the region's natural gas supply infrastructure.
STUMP LAKE UNIT is a gas extraction facility located in Beluga, Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local natural gas supply chain, serving the energy needs of the region. 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 Alaska's established oil and gas industry, which has been active for decades. The facility's NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. Located in the Cook Inlet region, STUMP LAKE UNIT is situated in an area with significant hydrocarbon resources. The facility's operations support local energy production and contribute to the broader gas infrastructure network serving Alaskan communities. Its proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in the region are factors considered in its operational risk profile.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Cook Inlet region of Alaska, an area with active seismic zones and cold climate conditions. Proximity to populated areas and sensitive ecosystems requires careful management of operational risks. The region's gas infrastructure must account for permafrost and seasonal temperature extremes, which can affect pipeline integrity and extraction operations.
Frequently asked questions
STUMP LAKE UNIT is located in Beluga, Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska, United States, at coordinates 61.265433 N, -150.708173 W.
STUMP LAKE UNIT is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs. It is part of the gas supply infrastructure serving the Cook Inlet region.
STUMP LAKE UNIT is currently operational, contributing to the natural gas supply in Alaska.
Gas extraction facilities in Alaska are subject to U.S. federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and drilling permits.
The Cook Inlet region is a major hydrocarbon-producing area in Alaska, with significant natural gas reserves that support local energy needs and industrial activities.
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