Texas Eastern Transmissions, LP (TETLP)-Bald Knob Compressor Station - Natural Gas Pipeline Facility in Arkansas

Texas Eastern Transmissions, LP (TETLP)-Bald Knob Compressor Station is a natural gas pipeline facility located in Bald Knob, White County, Arkansas, United States. The station is part of the extensive Texas Eastern Transmission pipeline system, which transports natural gas across multiple states. As a compressor station, it maintains pressure and flow within the pipeline network, ensuring reliable gas delivery to downstream markets. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. 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 maintaining pipeline efficiency over long distances, typically using turbine or reciprocating compressors. The Bald Knob Compressor Station plays a key role in the regional natural gas infrastructure, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its location in Arkansas places it within a network that connects production areas in the Gulf Coast to markets in the Northeast and Midwest. The station's operational status ensures continued service for the surrounding communities and the broader energy grid.

The facility is situated in a rural area of White County, Arkansas, near the Little Red River watershed. Natural gas pipeline operations involve potential risks such as methane leaks and habitat disruption during maintenance. The region's agricultural and forested landscape requires careful management to minimize ecological impact. Cathodic protection systems are typically employed to prevent pipeline corrosion, and regular inspections help ensure environmental safety.