Overview
COAL CREEK PIPELINE - BURLINGTON STATION is an oil extraction facility in Burlington, Kansas, United States. It is operational and plays a role in regional oil infrastructure.
COAL CREEK PIPELINE - BURLINGTON STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Burlington, Coffey County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the oil supply chain in the region. As part of the oil extraction sector, it supports the processing and transport of crude oil. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks including EPA CAA Refinery MACT and BSEE offshore standards, though as an onshore extraction site, it primarily adheres to state and federal environmental regulations. The Nelson complexity index is not applicable for extraction facilities, but the site's capacity and technology align with typical mid-scale operations in the Kansas oil fields. This facility is significant for local energy infrastructure, providing crude oil to downstream refineries and supporting regional economic activity. Its location in Kansas places it within a network of pipelines and extraction sites that serve the broader U.S. oil market.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Kansas, where oil extraction activities can impact local ecosystems through potential spills and groundwater concerns. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these risks. The site's proximity to water bodies may require spill prevention measures under the Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Burlington, Coffey County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 38.203800, -95.930800.
It is an oil extraction facility that extracts crude oil and prepares it for transport via pipeline.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level rules from the Kansas Corporation Commission.
Oil extraction can lead to risks such as spills, groundwater contamination, and habitat disruption. Regulatory frameworks like the EPA's SPCC rule require spill prevention and response plans.
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