Overview
ENABLE GAS TRANSMISSION, LLC - SOUTH AETNA is an operational gas pipeline facility in Ratcliff, Arkansas, USA. It operates under federal pipeline safety regulations.
ENABLE GAS TRANSMISSION, LLC - SOUTH AETNA is an operational gas pipeline facility located at 11076 Sheep Farm Road in Ratcliff, Franklin County, Arkansas. The facility is part of the broader natural gas transmission network in the United States, serving the region's energy infrastructure needs. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. As a gas transmission pipeline, it is subject to rigorous standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including cathodic protection and leak detection requirements. The South Aetna facility plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, connecting production areas to distribution networks. Its location in rural Arkansas reflects typical siting considerations for gas transmission infrastructure, balancing proximity to demand centers with safety and environmental factors.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Franklin County, Arkansas, near the Arkansas River watershed. Gas pipelines in this region traverse mixed agricultural and forested terrain, requiring careful management of erosion and vegetation. The pipeline's proximity to waterways necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection measures to mitigate corrosion risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 11076 Sheep Farm Road in Ratcliff, Franklin County, Arkansas, USA.
It is an operational gas transmission pipeline facility that transports natural gas as part of the regional energy infrastructure.
Gas pipelines like this one are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular leak detection surveys, pressure testing, and compliance with integrity management programs.
It connects natural gas production areas to distribution networks, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in the region.
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