DESOTO GATHERING COMPANY, LLC - MATHIS HOLLOW Gas Pipeline, Hector, Arkansas

DESOTO GATHERING COMPANY, LLC - MATHIS HOLLOW is a gas pipeline facility located in Hector, Pope County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas gathering infrastructure in the region. Its location near Atkins and along State Route 105 positions it within a network that connects gas production areas to processing and transmission systems. The facility operates under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. In the United States, such pipelines are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines. The facility's age and specific technical details are not publicly available, but typical gathering pipelines in Arkansas are constructed from steel with cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. This pipeline plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, gathering gas from local wells and transporting it to larger transmission lines. Its operation supports the energy needs of the region and contributes to the broader U.S. natural gas infrastructure. The facility's location in a rural area of Arkansas reduces immediate population density risks, but proximity to waterways and terrain must be managed to prevent environmental impacts.

The facility is located in a rural area of Pope County, Arkansas, characterized by forested hills and valleys. Proximity to waterways such as the Arkansas River and local streams requires careful management to prevent spills or leaks. The pipeline's commodity (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and potential explosion hazards. Cathodic protection and regular inspections are critical to maintaining pipeline integrity and minimizing environmental impact.