DESOTO GATHERING COMPANY, LLC - NE CHARLEY CPF-2 Gas Pipeline in Drasco, Arkansas

DESOTO GATHERING COMPANY, LLC - NE CHARLEY CPF-2 is a gas pipeline facility located at 225 Dug Hill Road in Drasco, Cleburne County, Arkansas, USA. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. As a gathering pipeline, it plays a role in collecting natural gas from production wells and transporting it to processing or transmission systems. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance, as well as integrity management programs to prevent leaks and ruptures. Gathering pipelines in this region typically range from short local lines to medium-length networks. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a rural area of Cleburne County, near the Ozark Mountains. The region is characterized by forested hills and waterways, which may require careful routing and monitoring to protect water resources and wildlife habitats. The facility's proximity to populated areas is low, reducing potential risk to communities. Its role in the natural gas supply chain supports energy infrastructure in the region.

The facility is situated in a rural, forested area of the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas, with nearby waterways that may include the Little Red River and its tributaries. Pipeline operations in such terrain require careful construction and maintenance to minimize soil erosion and protect water quality. The commodity transported is natural gas, which poses risks of leaks or ruptures that could affect local ecosystems. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA includes requirements for leak detection and emergency response plans to mitigate environmental impacts.