MMGK Arkoma, LLC. - Massard #1 & #2 Gas Pipeline Facility in Fort Smith, Arkansas

MMGK Arkoma, LLC. - Massard #1 & #2 is a gas pipeline facility located on Massard Road in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transportation infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline, it falls under the NAICS classification 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 the Department of Transportation (DOT) under 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The pipeline infrastructure in Arkansas is part of a extensive network that connects natural gas production areas in the Arkoma Basin to markets across the United States. The facility's location in Fort Smith places it near the Arkansas-Oklahoma border, a key region for natural gas transmission. The Massard #1 & #2 pipelines contribute to the reliable supply of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Fort Smith area and beyond. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the local community, supporting energy needs and economic activity in the region. The pipeline's role in the broader grid highlights its importance in maintaining energy security and stability.

The facility is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, near the Arkansas River and within a region with mixed industrial and residential land use. Gas pipelines in this area traverse diverse terrains, including waterways and populated zones, requiring robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to prevent environmental incidents. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and potential explosion hazards, necessitating strict adherence to PHMSA safety regulations.