Overview
Dorchester Minerals - Young Station is an operational oil extraction facility located in Young, Kansas, United States. It operates within the oil and gas sector, contributing to regional production.
Dorchester Minerals - Young Station is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Young, Stevens County, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of the broader oil and gas industry in the region, which is known for its significant hydrocarbon reserves and production activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations such as the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to state-level oversight by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. As an oil extraction site, Dorchester Minerals - Young Station plays a role in the local economy and energy supply chain. The facility's operations are typical of onshore oil extraction in the Midcontinent region, contributing to the overall production capacity of the United States. Its location in a rural area of Kansas reflects the dispersed nature of oil extraction activities in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southwestern Kansas, where water resources are limited and sensitive to contamination. Oil extraction activities pose risks of soil and groundwater pollution from spills or leaks of hydrocarbons and produced water. The area's agricultural land use also necessitates careful management to prevent impacts on crops and livestock. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these environmental risks through permitting and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Dorchester Minerals - Young Station is located in Young, Stevens County, Kansas, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations enforced by the Kansas Corporation Commission and Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
Environmental concerns include potential spills of oil or produced water, groundwater contamination, air emissions from equipment, and impacts on local ecosystems. Proper management and regulatory compliance help mitigate these risks.
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