Overview
Diversified Midstream LLC - Myra Compressor Station is an oil extraction facility in Myra, Kentucky, USA. It supports natural gas liquids and crude oil gathering in the Appalachian Basin.
Diversified Midstream LLC - Myra Compressor Station is an operational oil extraction facility located at 275 Beefhide Creek Rd, Myra, Kentucky, in Pike County. The facility plays a role in the midstream sector, compressing and transporting hydrocarbons from production wells in the Appalachian Basin. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations and state-level air permits from Kentucky. Compressor stations typically use reciprocating or centrifugal compressors powered by natural gas engines, with emissions controls for volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides. As part of the midstream infrastructure, this station supports regional oil and gas production, contributing to the energy supply chain. Its location in eastern Kentucky places it within a historically significant coal and gas producing region, now transitioning to include more natural gas liquids and crude oil extraction.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Appalachian Basin, a region with complex geology and legacy mining. Compressor stations can emit air pollutants and contribute to noise in rural areas. Spill risks from pipeline or equipment failure are managed through SPCC plans and state regulations. The local environment includes forested hills and waterways, requiring careful management of erosion and stormwater runoff.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 275 Beefhide Creek Rd, Myra, Kentucky 41549, in Pike County, USA.
It is a compressor station in the oil extraction sector, used to compress and transport natural gas and crude oil from production wells in the Appalachian Basin.
The facility is operated by Diversified Midstream LLC, a midstream company focused on gathering and processing hydrocarbons.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act (including NSPS for oil and gas), SPCC for spill prevention, and Kentucky state environmental permits.
Compressor stations maintain pressure in pipelines, enabling efficient transport of natural gas and crude oil from production sites to processing facilities or markets.
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