AMOCO EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION Oil Extraction Facility, Ulysses, Kansas

AMOCO EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION is an oil extraction facility situated in Grant County, Kansas, approximately 7 miles west of Ulysses. The facility is operational and contributes to the United States' domestic oil production, which is a key component of the country's energy portfolio. Kansas has a long history of oil and gas extraction, with many facilities operating in the western part of the state. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction activities are subject to permits and standards that govern emissions, wastewater management, and spill prevention. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities include the management of produced water, potential for spills, and air emissions from equipment. The facility's location in a rural area of Kansas may reduce some risks associated with proximity to populated areas, but groundwater protection and land use remain important factors. The facility's operational status suggests it is actively contributing to local and national energy supply.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southwestern Kansas, where agriculture and oil extraction are prominent land uses. The local environment includes grasslands and agricultural fields, with groundwater from the Ogallala Aquifer being a critical resource. Oil extraction activities can pose risks to groundwater quality through spills or improper disposal of produced water. Air emissions from engines and equipment may contribute to local air quality concerns, though the rural setting may mitigate population exposure.