Overview
Diversified Midstream LLC - Wildcat Compressor Station is an oil extraction facility in Fisty, Kentucky, United States. It operates as a compressor station supporting natural gas and oil gathering infrastructure.
Diversified Midstream LLC - Wildcat Compressor Station is an operational oil extraction facility located at 1690 Honey Gap Hollow Rd, Fisty, Kentucky, in Knott County. The facility is situated in the Appalachian Basin, a region with a long history of oil and gas production. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in gathering and transporting hydrocarbons from wellheads to processing facilities. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level oil and gas rules. Compressor stations like this one are subject to emissions standards for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) under the EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for the oil and natural gas sector. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Environmental considerations for compressor stations include potential air emissions from engines and fugitive leaks, as well as noise impacts in rural areas. The facility's location in eastern Kentucky places it within a region of mixed forest and coal mining history, where water resources and wildlife habitats require careful management. Proper maintenance and leak detection programs are essential for minimizing environmental footprint.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Appalachian region of eastern Kentucky, characterized by rugged terrain, deciduous forests, and numerous streams. Compressor stations can contribute to local air emissions, including nitrogen oxides and methane, and may require noise mitigation in rural communities. The area's karst geology and coal mining legacy necessitate careful management of stormwater runoff and spill prevention to protect groundwater and surface water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The Wildcat Compressor Station is located at 1690 Honey Gap Hollow Rd, Fisty, Kentucky 41743, in Knott County, United States.
It is a compressor station used in oil and natural gas extraction, compressing gas to facilitate its transport through pipelines to processing facilities.
The facility is operated by Diversified Midstream LLC, a company involved in midstream oil and gas infrastructure.
Compressor stations must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NSPS for oil and gas (40 CFR Part 60, Subpart OOOOa), which regulate emissions of VOCs and methane. State-level permits also apply.
Compressor stations maintain pressure in gathering pipelines, enabling the efficient transport of natural gas and associated hydrocarbons from wells to processing plants or transmission lines.
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