Black Bear Gathering and Boosting – Arkla Basin: Gas Pipeline Facility in Frierson, Louisiana

Black Bear Gathering and Boosting - Arkla Basin is a gas pipeline facility located at 1716 Friendship Rd, Frierson, Louisiana, in De Soto Parish. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas gathering and boosting infrastructure in the Arkla Basin region. As a gas pipeline, it plays a key role in transporting natural gas from production areas to processing or transmission systems. 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 gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, and maintenance, as well as integrity management programs to prevent leaks and ruptures. The facility's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a pipeline transportation of natural gas operation. Located in northwestern Louisiana, the facility is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure supporting the region's energy sector. The Arkla Basin is a known natural gas producing area, and gathering systems like this one are critical for connecting wells to larger transmission networks. The facility's proximity to rural areas and waterways necessitates adherence to strict safety and environmental protocols to minimize risks.

The facility is situated in a rural area of De Soto Parish, Louisiana, near the Red River watershed. Gas pipeline operations in this region must consider potential impacts on local waterways and ecosystems, particularly from leaks or ruptures. The facility's age and cathodic protection systems are key factors in preventing corrosion-related incidents. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management rules helps mitigate environmental risks.