DESOTO GATHERING COMPANY, LLC-SHADY GROVE CPF-11 - Gas Pipeline Facility in Shirley, Arkansas

DESOTO GATHERING COMPANY, LLC-SHADY GROVE CPF-11 is a gas pipeline facility located at 4294 Banner Mountain Road in Shirley, Van Buren County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas gathering and transportation network in the region. As part of the United States pipeline infrastructure, it contributes to the midstream sector connecting production areas to processing and distribution systems. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS codes 213112 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations) and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) indicate its dual role in support services and gas transport. Typical gas pipeline facilities in Arkansas involve gathering lines that collect gas from wells and transport it to larger transmission systems. Environmental and operational significance includes the facility's role in the regional energy supply chain. Arkansas has a history of natural gas production, and facilities like this support local energy infrastructure. The proximity to rural areas and waterways requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to minimize risks associated with gas pipelines.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Van Buren County, Arkansas, near the Ozark Mountains. The region features forested terrain and numerous waterways, including the Arkansas River watershed. Pipeline infrastructure in such areas must manage risks related to erosion, water crossings, and wildlife habitats. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent corrosion, and regular inspections ensure integrity. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses lower environmental risk compared to hazardous liquids but still requires leak detection and emergency response planning.