DCP Operating - Trees Straddle Station (Air) - Oil Extraction Facility in Sublette, Kansas

DCP Operating - Trees Straddle Station (Air) is an oil extraction facility located in Sublette, Haskell County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and focuses on the extraction and processing of natural gas liquids, a key component of the oil and gas sector. Its location in the Hugoton Gas Field, one of the largest natural gas fields in North America, underscores its role in regional energy production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions control and the Clean Water Act for water management. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) classify its operations, which involve separating natural gas liquids from raw natural gas using straddle extraction technology. Environmental considerations for this facility include air emissions from processing equipment and potential impacts on local water resources. The facility's operations contribute to the supply of natural gas liquids used in petrochemical manufacturing and as fuel. Its location in a rural area with agricultural land use requires careful management of emissions and waste to minimize environmental footprint.

The facility is situated in the High Plains region of Kansas, characterized by semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Oil extraction operations can impact air quality through volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and contribute to groundwater concerns if not properly managed. The region's reliance on the Ogallala Aquifer for irrigation underscores the importance of spill prevention and proper waste disposal to protect water resources.