Glendale Compressor Station - Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Star City, Arkansas

Glendale Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located at 997 State Highway 54 West in Star City, Lincoln County, Arkansas. It operates within the United States pipeline infrastructure, supporting the transmission of natural gas across regional and interstate networks. The facility is classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. As a compressor station, its primary function is to maintain pressure and flow within the pipeline system, ensuring efficient and reliable gas delivery. 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. In Arkansas, pipeline infrastructure plays a key role in connecting production areas in the Gulf Coast and Mid-Continent regions to markets in the Midwest and Northeast. The station's location in rural Arkansas minimizes proximity to densely populated areas, though it is situated near waterways and agricultural land. Its operational status contributes to the resilience of the regional gas grid, supporting both residential and industrial energy needs. The facility's role in the broader pipeline network underscores its importance in maintaining energy supply stability in the region.

The compressor station is located in a rural area of Lincoln County, Arkansas, near the Arkansas River basin. The surrounding environment includes agricultural fields and forested areas, with potential impacts on local air quality from compressor engine emissions. Pipeline rights-of-way may affect wildlife corridors and soil stability. The facility's proximity to waterways requires adherence to spill prevention and cathodic protection standards to mitigate corrosion risks.