Overview
Diversified Midstream LLC - Blackberry Compressor Station is an oil extraction facility in McCarr, Kentucky, supporting natural gas gathering and processing operations in the Appalachian Basin.
Diversified Midstream LLC - Blackberry Compressor Station is an operational oil extraction facility located at 6864 KY 1056 in McCarr, Pike County, Kentucky. The facility operates within the Appalachian Basin, a region known for its natural gas and oil production from the Marcellus and Utica shale formations. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in gathering and transporting hydrocarbons from wellheads to processing plants and pipelines. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211120 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection. Compressor stations in this sector are subject to EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations, including requirements for emissions controls on engines and fugitive methane detection. The facility's location in a rural, mountainous area of eastern Kentucky reflects the typical siting of midstream infrastructure near production zones. Blackberry Compressor Station contributes to the regional energy supply chain by ensuring the efficient movement of natural gas and oil from production sites to downstream markets. Its operation supports local employment and tax revenue in Pike County, while also being part of a broader network of midstream assets that connect Appalachian resources to consumers across the eastern United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Appalachian region, characterized by steep terrain and extensive forest cover. Compressor stations in this area can impact local air quality through engine emissions and potential methane leaks. The site's proximity to streams and groundwater sources in the Kentucky coalfield region necessitates careful management of stormwater runoff and spill prevention. Regulatory compliance with EPA's methane emission standards and state-level water quality permits is essential to minimize environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
The Blackberry Compressor Station is located at 6864 KY 1056, McCarr, Pike County, Kentucky 41544, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that operates as a compressor station, gathering and transporting natural gas and oil from production wells to processing plants and pipelines.
The facility is operated by Diversified Midstream LLC, a company involved in midstream oil and gas infrastructure.
Compressor stations must comply with EPA regulations such as the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas, including methane emission limits, and state-level air and water permits.
Compressor stations pressurize natural gas to facilitate its movement through pipelines, ensuring efficient transport from production sites to processing facilities and end users.
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