Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

DCP Operating - Comanche Co. #1 Station (Air) - Oil Extraction Facility in Comanche County, Kansas

COMANCHE COUNTY #1, Kansas, United States

Overview

DCP Operating - Comanche Co. #1 Station (Air) is an oil extraction facility located in Comanche County, Kansas, United States. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.

DCP Operating - Comanche Co. #1 Station (Air) is an oil extraction facility situated in Comanche County, Kansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), reflecting its role in the upstream oil and gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Oil extraction activities in Kansas are subject to regulations concerning air emissions, water management, and well integrity. The facility's designation as an 'air' station suggests it may utilize pneumatic or gas-lift technologies common in the region. As an oil extraction site in the Midcontinent region, this facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity. The surrounding area is characterized by agricultural land and rural communities, with the facility playing a role in the regional oil and gas infrastructure. Its operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting the broader energy network.

Environmental context

The facility is located in a rural area of Comanche County, Kansas, where oil extraction activities intersect with agricultural land use. Potential environmental considerations include air emissions from extraction processes, water usage, and the management of produced water. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater resources necessitate careful water management practices. Regulatory compliance with EPA air quality standards and state-level oil and gas regulations helps mitigate environmental impacts.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Comanche County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.347300 N, -99.489000 W.

It is an oil extraction facility, classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction).

The facility is currently operational.

Oil extraction facilities in Kansas are regulated by the EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment regarding well construction, water management, and air emissions.

Which are common in oil fields to enhance production.

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