Searcy Gas Plant - Gas Pipeline Facility in Searcy, Arkansas, United States

Searcy Gas Plant is a gas pipeline facility located at 2227 Highway 267 South in Searcy, White County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline facility, it contributes to the transportation of natural gas from production areas to distribution networks. 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 the safety of gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas) and 486910 (Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products) indicate the facility's involvement in the pipeline transportation of natural gas and potentially other petroleum products. Typical gas pipeline facilities in the region vary in scale from small local lines to large interstate systems. The Searcy Gas Plant plays a role in the natural gas supply chain for the local area and beyond. Its location in White County positions it within a network of pipelines that serve residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's operational status ensures continued support for energy distribution in the region.

The facility is located in Searcy, Arkansas, near the Little Red River and several waterways. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies necessitates robust safety measures to prevent leaks or ruptures. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses risks of fire and explosion, requiring strict adherence to cathodic protection and pipeline integrity management programs. The local environment includes agricultural and residential areas, making environmental monitoring important.