Overview
ECO-ENERGY STONE MOUNTAIN LLC - YOUNGS BRANCH COMPRESSOR STATION is an oil extraction facility in Harlan, Kentucky, United States. It supports natural gas and crude oil production in the Appalachian Basin.
ECO-ENERGY STONE MOUNTAIN LLC - YOUNGS BRANCH COMPRESSOR STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located north of Laurel Creek in Harlan, Kentucky. The facility is situated in the Appalachian Basin, a region known for its natural gas and crude oil production. As a compressor station, it plays a key role in gathering and transporting hydrocarbons from nearby wells. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level regulations in Kentucky. The Appalachian Basin is a mature oil and gas region, and compressor stations like this one are essential for maintaining pipeline pressure and ensuring efficient transport. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate involvement in both crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. This compressor station contributes to the regional energy infrastructure by supporting the extraction and transport of oil and gas from the Appalachian Basin. Its location in Harlan County places it within a historically significant coal and gas producing area. The facility's operations are subject to environmental oversight to minimize emissions and ensure safe handling of hydrocarbons.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Harlan County, Kentucky, within the Appalachian region. The local environment is characterized by forested hills and valleys, with Laurel Creek nearby. Oil and gas operations in this area must manage potential impacts on water quality, air emissions, and habitat disruption. Regulatory compliance with the EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas facilities is typical for compressor stations in this region.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located north of Laurel Creek in Harlan, Kentucky, United States, in the Appalachian Basin region.
It is an oil extraction facility that compresses and transports natural gas and crude oil from nearby wells, supporting production in the Appalachian Basin.
The facility is currently operational, as per the latest data.
Facilities like this must comply with the U.S. EPA's Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas, as well as state-level regulations from the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet.
Compressor stations are critical for maintaining pipeline pressure, enabling efficient transport of oil and gas from production sites to processing facilities and markets.
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