Overview
BCE-MACH - Koblitz 28-1H Station (Air) is an operational oil extraction facility in Harper County, Kansas. It represents a small-scale well site typical of the Mid-Continent oil region.
BCE-MACH - Koblitz 28-1H Station (Air) is an oil extraction facility located in Harper County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating a focus on hydrocarbon production. As a single well station, it operates at a small scale compared to major oil fields. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations and Kansas Corporation Commission rules for well permitting and production reporting. Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The facility's equipment likely includes a wellhead, separator, and storage tanks. This facility contributes to Kansas's oil production, which supports local economies and energy supply. Environmental considerations include potential air emissions from combustion and fugitive sources, as well as water management for produced water. The site's rural location reduces population exposure, but groundwater protection remains a priority under state regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Great Plains region, characterized by agricultural land and a semi-arid climate. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and methane leaks. Groundwater resources are a concern due to potential contamination from spills or improper well casing. The Kansas Corporation Commission and EPA regulate these risks through permitting and inspection programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Harper County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.064800 N, -98.304000 W.
It is an oil extraction facility, specifically a well station, focused on crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
Facilities must comply with EPA's NSPS for oil and gas, Kansas Corporation Commission well rules, and state air quality permits for emissions.
Risks include air emissions (VOCs, methane), groundwater contamination from spills, and land disturbance. Regulations mitigate these through monitoring and best practices.
Smaller well sites may have streamlined reporting but still must meet federal and state standards for well construction, emissions, and waste management.
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