WEISER-BROWN OP./ ZANGER #1SWD Gas Extraction Facility, Fouke, Arkansas

WEISER-BROWN OP./ ZANGER #1SWD is a gas extraction facility located 2.5 miles north of Fouke in Miller County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure network in the Ark-La-Tex region, a historically significant area for natural gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission and gathering lines. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS code 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. Typical operations involve wellhead extraction, separation, and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. Located in a rural area of southwestern Arkansas, the facility contributes to the local energy supply chain. The region's gas infrastructure supports both industrial and residential energy needs, with proximity to major pipeline corridors serving markets across the southern United States. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to regional gas supply stability.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Miller County, Arkansas, characterized by agricultural land and scattered woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing potential exposure risks. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's design likely incorporates standard safety measures for gas extraction operations. Local climate includes seasonal temperature variations and occasional severe weather, which are typical considerations for infrastructure resilience.