Overview
DCP Operating - Massoni Station (Dehy) is an oil extraction facility in Liberal, Kansas, United States. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, focusing on crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
DCP Operating - Massoni Station (Dehy) is an oil extraction facility located in Liberal, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in Seward County and operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). As part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the region, it plays a role in the extraction and initial processing of hydrocarbons. 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 are subject to regulations under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), as well as state-specific rules for drilling and production. The facility's operational status is listed as operational, indicating ongoing extraction activities. Oil extraction facilities like Massoni Station contribute to the domestic energy supply and are part of a network of infrastructure supporting the oil and gas industry in Kansas. The region's geology, part of the Hugoton Embayment, is known for natural gas and oil reserves. The facility's operations have implications for local air quality, water use, and land disturbance, which are managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, an area characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. The region's shallow aquifers are sensitive to spills or leaks. Regulatory oversight under the EPA's CAA and CWA, along with state regulations, aims to mitigate these environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Liberal, Kansas, United States, specifically in Seward County at coordinates 37.034167, -100.929444.
It is an oil extraction facility engaged in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is listed as operational, meaning it is currently active in oil extraction activities.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. State rules cover drilling, production, and waste management.
Key concerns include air emissions of VOCs and methane, potential groundwater contamination from spills or leaks, and land disturbance. Regulatory frameworks aim to minimize these impacts through permits and monitoring.
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