Risk: Medium Gas Pipeline Operational

CenterPoint Energy/Mansfield Gas Pipeline Facility, Greenwood, Arkansas

GREENWOOD, Arkansas, United States

Overview

CenterPoint Energy/Mansfield is an operational gas pipeline facility located 6 miles southeast of Greenwood, Arkansas, serving the natural gas transmission sector in the United States.

CenterPoint Energy/Mansfield is a gas pipeline facility located in Sebastian County, Arkansas, approximately 6 miles southeast of Greenwood. The facility operates within the United States natural gas transmission sector, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192. As part of the broader CenterPoint Energy network, this pipeline contributes to regional natural gas distribution and transmission infrastructure. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in available records, but typical gas pipeline operations involve high-pressure transmission lines with cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion. In the United States, gas pipelines are subject to stringent safety regulations including integrity management programs and regular inspections. The facility's NAICS codes (211130 and 486210) indicate involvement in natural gas extraction and pipeline transportation. Environmentally, the pipeline traverses an area near Greenwood, a community in western Arkansas. The region's topography includes forested hills and waterways, necessitating careful routing and maintenance to protect local ecosystems. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region, supporting energy needs while adhering to federal safety standards.

Environmental context

The pipeline facility is located in a rural area southeast of Greenwood, Arkansas, near the Arkansas River basin. The region features mixed hardwood forests and agricultural land, with several streams and creeks that could be affected by potential leaks or ruptures. Proximity to populated areas and waterways requires robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to minimize environmental impact. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of explosion and greenhouse gas emissions if released.

Frequently asked questions

CenterPoint Energy/Mansfield is located approximately 6 miles southeast of Greenwood, in Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States.

This facility is a natural gas pipeline that transports gas as part of the CenterPoint Energy network, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.

Gas pipelines in the US are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including integrity management and corrosion control.

The specific length of this pipeline is not publicly available, but typical gas transmission pipelines in the region range from tens to hundreds of miles.

Safety measures include cathodic protection, regular inspections, leak detection systems, and compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs to prevent and mitigate failures.

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