Overview
Ascent Resources Utica LLC Kaseta is an operational oil extraction facility in Smith Township, Belmont County, Ohio, United States. It contributes to the region's hydrocarbon production from the Utica Shale formation.
Ascent Resources Utica LLC Kaseta is an oil extraction facility located at 58001 Brunner Rd in Smith Township, Belmont County, Ohio, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the development of the Utica Shale, a significant hydrocarbon play in the Appalachian Basin. As part of the broader Utica Shale activity, this site contributes to domestic oil production in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, which enforce air quality standards under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and water discharge regulations under the Clean Water Act. Oil extraction in Ohio typically involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, with produced water management and methane emission controls being key operational considerations. The Kaseta facility is part of Ascent Resources' portfolio in the Utica Shale, which has driven economic activity in eastern Ohio. The site's location in a rural area near the Ohio River underscores the importance of spill prevention and groundwater protection measures. The facility's output supports downstream refining and energy markets in the Midwest.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Belmont County, Ohio, near the Ohio River. Oil extraction operations in this region involve hydraulic fracturing, which requires careful management of water resources and disposal of produced water. The proximity to the Ohio River necessitates robust spill prevention and containment measures to protect water quality. Local ecosystems include mixed hardwood forests and agricultural lands, and the facility must comply with state and federal regulations to minimize impacts on air and water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 58001 Brunner Rd in Smith Township, Belmont County, Ohio, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Utica Shale formation in eastern Ohio.
The facility is operated by Ascent Resources Utica LLC, a subsidiary of Ascent Resources, a company focused on oil and gas production in the Appalachian Basin.
Oil extraction in Ohio is regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as by the Ohio EPA. Facilities must obtain permits for air emissions, water discharges, and waste management.
The Utica Shale is a hydrocarbon-rich geological formation underlying parts of Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. It is a major source of natural gas and oil, contributing to domestic energy production and economic development.
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