Stephens Production Company - Shale Pit #2 Gas Pipeline Facility in Fort Smith, Arkansas

Stephens Production Company - Shale Pit #2 is a gas pipeline facility located on McKinley Street in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas infrastructure in the region, classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas pipeline facility, it is subject to standards for design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance to ensure safe transport of natural gas. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain in western Arkansas, supporting local energy distribution and industrial activity. Its location in Fort Smith places it within a region with significant pipeline infrastructure, connecting production areas to end users. The facility's role in the broader gas grid underscores its importance for energy reliability in the area.

The facility is situated in Fort Smith, near the Arkansas River and within a region with mixed industrial and residential land use. Gas pipeline operations in this area must consider proximity to waterways and populated zones to minimize risks of leaks or ruptures. The commodity transported (natural gas) requires robust cathodic protection and regular integrity assessments to prevent corrosion and environmental harm.