Overview
ET Gathering & Processing LLC - Magazine Compressor Station is an operational gas pipeline facility located near Booneville, Arkansas, United States. It supports natural gas transmission under federal pipeline safety regulations.
ET Gathering & Processing LLC - Magazine Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located approximately 3 miles south of Circle T Road in Logan County, near Booneville, Arkansas. As part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure, it plays a role in gathering and processing gas within the region. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The facility's technical specifications include a NAICS code of 486210, which corresponds to pipeline transportation of natural gas. Compressor stations like this are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in gas pipelines. In Arkansas, such infrastructure supports the state's natural gas production and distribution networks, which are subject to rigorous safety standards including cathodic protection and regular inspections. Environmentally, the compressor station's location in a rural area of Logan County reduces direct population exposure, but proximity to waterways and agricultural land requires careful management of emissions and leak prevention. The facility contributes to the regional energy grid by ensuring reliable gas transport, which in turn supports residential, commercial, and industrial consumers across the state.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Logan County, Arkansas, with potential proximity to waterways and agricultural land. Natural gas compressor stations can pose risks of methane leaks and noise pollution, but federal regulations under PHMSA mandate leak detection and control measures. The surrounding environment includes forests and farmland, making habitat disruption a consideration during construction and maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 3 miles south of Circle T Road in Booneville, Logan County, Arkansas, United States.
It is a natural gas compressor station that maintains pressure and flow in gas pipelines, supporting the transmission of natural gas from production areas to distribution networks.
The facility operates under the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and must comply with 49 CFR Part 192, which covers gas pipeline safety including design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Risk factors include proximity to populated areas or waterways, age of equipment, corrosion, and the potential for methane leaks. Regular inspections and cathodic protection systems help mitigate these risks.
By compressing natural gas, the station ensures efficient transport through pipelines, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in Arkansas and beyond.
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