Overview
ARKANSAS MIDSTREAM/JK RANSOM is an operational gas pipeline facility in McRae, Arkansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ARKANSAS MIDSTREAM/JK RANSOM is a gas pipeline facility located in McRae, White County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the midstream natural gas infrastructure in the region. The facility is classified under NAICS 486210, indicating it is a pipeline transportation of natural gas operation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safety of gas pipelines. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, and maintenance, as well as cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion. The facility's location in rural Arkansas suggests it may serve as a gathering or transmission line connecting natural gas production areas to distribution networks. As part of the broader U.S. natural gas pipeline network, this facility contributes to the reliable transport of natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use. The pipeline infrastructure in Arkansas plays a key role in connecting the Fayetteville Shale production area to downstream markets. Environmental considerations include proximity to waterways and populated areas, which are managed through PHMSA's integrity management programs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of White County, Arkansas, near the Little Red River and several smaller waterways. Pipeline operations in this region must manage risks related to soil erosion, water body crossings, and potential impacts on local wildlife habitats. The area's geology includes alluvial soils and karst features, which require careful monitoring for pipeline integrity. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA includes environmental protection measures such as spill prevention and cathodic protection to minimize corrosion-related leaks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in McRae, White County, Arkansas, United States, approximately 0.10 miles south of Peanut Ridge Road.
It is a natural gas pipeline facility, classified under NAICS 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers safety standards for design, construction, and operation.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular integrity assessments, leak detection systems, and compliance with PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations.
Midstream gas pipelines transport natural gas from production areas to processing plants, storage facilities, or distribution networks, playing a critical role in the energy supply chain.
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