Russell Compressor Station - Gas Pipeline Facility in Bald Knob, Arkansas

Russell Compressor Station is a gas pipeline facility located at 310 Curtis Davis Road in Bald Knob, White County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the natural gas transmission system, serving the broader energy infrastructure of 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 gas pipeline safety. Compressor stations like this one are critical for ensuring efficient gas transport over long distances, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale depending on pipeline diameter and horsepower. Located in rural Arkansas, the station supports natural gas distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial users in the area. Its operational significance lies in maintaining grid reliability and enabling the transport of natural gas from production areas to end users, contributing to the energy supply chain in the Mid-South region.

The facility is situated in a rural area of White County, Arkansas, near agricultural land and waterways. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies requires careful management of potential leaks or ruptures. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of methane emissions and fire hazards, necessitating robust cathodic protection and regular inspections to ensure pipeline integrity.