CenterPoint Energy Line AM-204 Gas Pipeline, Saratoga, Arkansas

CenterPoint Energy Line AM-204 is a gas pipeline located near Saratoga in Howard County, Arkansas, United States. The pipeline is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As part of CenterPoint Energy's infrastructure, it contributes to the regional natural gas distribution network. The pipeline's technical specifications, such as length and diameter, are not publicly detailed in this record. However, typical gas pipelines in this region operate under federal safety standards that require regular inspection, cathodic protection, and leak detection. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. This pipeline serves the energy needs of the surrounding communities in southwestern Arkansas. Its operational status ensures the continued delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The regulatory framework ensures that safety and environmental risks are managed through compliance with federal standards.

The pipeline traverses rural areas in Howard County, near waterways and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies requires robust cathodic protection and leak prevention measures. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and explosion hazards, which are mitigated through PHMSA-regulated safety protocols.