Overview
DCP Operating - Clark Co. #1 Drip Station (Tank Only) is an oil extraction facility in Ashland, Kansas, USA. It operates as a drip station for oil and gas production.
DCP Operating - Clark Co. #1 Drip Station (Tank Only) is an oil extraction facility located in Ashland, Clark County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a drip station, which typically separates liquids from natural gas at the wellhead, contributing to the region's oil and gas production. Kansas is a significant producer of crude oil and natural gas, with many small-scale extraction sites like this one supporting the state's energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) regulations. Oil extraction sites in Kansas are subject to the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific rules for well construction and waste management. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both oil and gas extraction. As a drip station, this facility plays a role in the initial processing of natural gas, removing liquids such as water and hydrocarbons before the gas enters pipelines. While small in scale, such facilities are essential for the efficient transport and processing of natural gas. The environmental context includes potential risks of spills or leaks of hydrocarbons, which are managed through containment measures and regulatory compliance.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Clark County, Kansas, characterized by agricultural land and grasslands. Oil extraction in this region involves potential risks of soil and groundwater contamination from hydrocarbon spills or leaks. The facility's operation as a drip station requires proper containment and management of separated liquids to prevent environmental impact. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and KDHE ensures adherence to environmental standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Ashland, Clark County, Kansas, United States, at SEC12, T34S, R24W.
A drip station separates liquids (such as water and hydrocarbons) from natural gas at the wellhead, allowing the gas to be transported via pipeline while the liquids are collected for disposal or further processing.
The facility is associated with DCP Operating, a company involved in natural gas processing and midstream services.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with federal regulations from the EPA (Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act) and state regulations from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), including rules for well construction, waste management, and spill prevention.
Drip stations can pose risks of hydrocarbon spills or leaks, which may contaminate soil and groundwater. Proper containment and regular maintenance are required to minimize environmental impact.
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