BCE-MACH - RALPH 36-34-9 SWD & 2H/MARK 25-34-9 1H (AIR) Oil Extraction Facility, Kansas

BCE-MACH - RALPH 36-34-9 SWD & 2H/MARK 25-34-9 1H (AIR) is an oil extraction facility located in Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the southern part of the state, near the city of Ralph. It is part of the broader oil and gas industry in Kansas, which has a long history of petroleum production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Typical oil extraction operations in this region involve drilling and well stimulation, with produced water management via saltwater disposal (SWD) wells. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's dual focus on crude oil and natural gas liquids. As an oil extraction site, the facility contributes to the local energy supply and economy. Its operational status suggests ongoing production, with potential environmental considerations such as groundwater protection and air emissions management. The facility's location in a rural area of Kansas minimizes direct impact on densely populated zones.

The facility is located in a rural area of Kansas, where oil extraction activities can affect local groundwater and air quality. Produced water from extraction is often managed through deep well injection, which requires careful monitoring to prevent contamination. Air emissions from equipment and flaring are regulated under the Clean Air Act. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate responsible water management to protect both farming and natural ecosystems.