Overview
BP America - Brookover Station is an operational oil extraction facility in Ulysses, Kansas. It operates under US EPA regulations and contributes to regional crude oil production.
BP America - Brookover Station is an oil extraction facility located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional oil production landscape, typical of the Mid-Continent oil province. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level regulations in Kansas. Oil extraction in this region typically involves conventional vertical wells or horizontal drilling, with associated infrastructure for separation and storage. As part of BP America's operations, the Brookover Station contributes to the domestic oil supply. Its location in Kansas places it within a mature oil-producing region with established infrastructure and environmental oversight. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing economic activity in the area.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Great Plains region of Kansas, characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities here involve potential risks such as groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and surface spills. Regulatory compliance under the EPA's CAA and state oil and gas rules helps mitigate these risks. The local environment supports mixed farming and ranching, making spill prevention and proper waste management critical.
Frequently asked questions
BP America - Brookover Station is located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.627430, -101.481100.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from wells in the region, contributing to the domestic oil supply.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active production and maintenance.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with the US EPA's Clean Air Act (CAA) and state regulations from the Kansas Corporation Commission, covering emissions, well integrity, and waste management.
Key considerations include groundwater protection from drilling fluids, surface spill prevention, and management of produced water. Facilities follow best practices to minimize impact on local agriculture and ecosystems.
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