ET GATHERING & PROCESSING LLC - CAULKSVILLE DEHYDRATOR: Gas Pipeline Facility in Paris, Arkansas

ET GATHERING & PROCESSING LLC - CAULKSVILLE DEHYDRATOR is a gas pipeline facility located at 196 South Horseshoe Mountain Road in Paris, Logan County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas gathering and processing network within the region. As part of the midstream sector, it contributes to the transport and conditioning of natural gas from production areas to downstream markets. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety in the United States. The dehydrator unit removes water vapor from natural gas to prevent corrosion and hydrate formation, ensuring safe and efficient pipeline operations. Typical infrastructure at such facilities includes separators, dehydration towers, and metering equipment. Located in the Arkansas River Valley, the facility serves the broader natural gas infrastructure that supports regional energy supply. The surrounding area includes rural and agricultural land, with proximity to the Ozark National Forest. The facility's role in gas conditioning helps maintain pipeline integrity and reliability for downstream customers, including local distribution networks and industrial users.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Logan County, Arkansas, near the Ozark National Forest. The region's terrain includes forested hills and waterways, which can influence pipeline routing and environmental considerations. Gas pipeline dehydrators like this one manage water removed from natural gas, which must be handled in accordance with environmental permits to prevent soil or water contamination. The proximity to natural habitats underscores the importance of spill prevention and cathodic protection systems to minimize ecological impact.