FAYETTEVILLE GATHERING GO Gas Pipeline, Floral, Arkansas | USA Pipeline Infrastructure

FAYETTEVILLE GATHERING GO is a gas pipeline facility located at 500 Cedar Grove Rd in Floral, Arkansas, within Independence County. As part of the United States pipeline infrastructure, it serves the natural gas gathering and transportation sector, connecting production areas to processing and distribution networks. The facility is classified under NAICS 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. 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 Arkansas, the state's oil and gas commission also provides additional oversight. Typical gathering lines in this region are constructed from steel and may range from small to medium diameter. This pipeline plays a key role in the Fayetteville Shale gas play, one of the major natural gas producing regions in the United States. By gathering gas from multiple wells, it supports local energy supply and contributes to the national grid. Its location in rural Arkansas minimizes population density risks, though proximity to waterways and agricultural areas requires careful environmental management.

The pipeline traverses the Ozark Plateau region, characterized by karst topography and numerous streams. Proximity to waterways like the White River and its tributaries necessitates robust spill prevention and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. The surrounding area is primarily agricultural and forested, with low population density, reducing but not eliminating risks to communities. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs helps mitigate environmental impacts.