Overview
MMGK ARKOMA, LLC-BERTHA WILLIAMS #3 & CHARLES YOUNG #3 FACILITY is an operational gas pipeline facility in Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
MMGK ARKOMA, LLC-BERTHA WILLIAMS #3 & CHARLES YOUNG #3 FACILITY is a gas pipeline facility located at 7699 Horan Drive in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is currently operational and serves as part of the natural gas transportation infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. As a gas pipeline facility, it is subject to rigorous safety standards including pipeline integrity management, cathodic protection requirements, and leak detection protocols. The facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain in western Arkansas, supporting local industrial, commercial, and residential energy needs. Its location near Fort Smith places it within a region with significant natural gas infrastructure, connecting production areas to end users.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with proximity to populated zones and waterways, including the Arkansas River. Gas pipeline operations require careful management of cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion and maintain pipeline integrity. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of leaks or ruptures, which can impact local air quality and safety. Regular inspections and compliance with PHMSA regulations help mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 7699 Horan Drive in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States.
It is an operational gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas, subject to PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Gas pipelines in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, covering design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
Key risk factors include proximity to populated areas or waterways, pipeline age, cathodic protection effectiveness, and the commodity transported (natural gas).
It supports natural gas distribution in western Arkansas, serving industrial, commercial, and residential energy needs in the Fort Smith area.
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