MERIT ENERGY COMPANY, LLC - TOBEY COMPRESSOR STATION - Gas Pipeline Facility in Charleston, Arkansas

MERIT ENERGY COMPANY, LLC - TOBEY COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas pipeline facility located on Highway 215 in Charleston, Searcy County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission network, serving the energy infrastructure needs of the area. 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. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow in the pipeline system, a critical function for efficient gas transport. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (211112, 321114, 486210) indicate involvement in natural gas extraction, wood preservation, and pipeline transportation. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural area of western Arkansas, near the Arkansas River watershed. Compressor stations typically have emissions controls and noise mitigation measures. The station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region, supporting energy security and economic activity.

The facility is located in a rural area of Searcy County, Arkansas, near the Arkansas River watershed. Gas pipeline compressor stations can have localized environmental impacts, including air emissions from engines and potential noise. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA and EPA standards helps mitigate these effects. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural and forested land, with limited population density, reducing exposure risks.