Texas Eastern Transmission LP (TETLP)-Hope Compressor Station - Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Emmet, Arkansas

Texas Eastern Transmission LP (TETLP)-Hope Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Emmet, Nevada County, Arkansas. The station is part of the TETLP pipeline network, which is a major natural gas transmission system serving the eastern United States. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline, ensuring efficient gas transport. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The station's NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as a natural gas pipeline transportation facility. Compressor stations like this one are critical for long-distance gas transmission, typically spaced every 50 to 100 miles along the pipeline. The Hope Compressor Station plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure, supporting the delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in rural Arkansas reflects the typical siting of such facilities away from densely populated areas, though proximity to waterways and agricultural land requires careful environmental management.

The station is situated in a rural area of Nevada County, Arkansas, near agricultural land and small water bodies. Pipeline compressor stations can have localized environmental impacts, including noise from engines and potential emissions. The facility's proximity to the surrounding environment necessitates adherence to PHMSA regulations regarding leak detection and cathodic protection to prevent corrosion and minimize risks to soil and water.