Overview
EQUITABLE GATHERING LLC - DWALE STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located in Dwale, Kentucky, United States. It supports regional hydrocarbon production in the Appalachian Basin.
EQUITABLE GATHERING LLC - DWALE STATION is an oil extraction facility located at 126 Monument Dr, Dwale, Kentucky, in Floyd County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil and gas gathering infrastructure, serving the Appalachian Basin's production activities. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations and Kentucky's Division of Oil and Gas oversight. Typical oil extraction facilities in this region employ conventional pumping units and gathering pipelines to transport crude to processing hubs. As part of the Appalachian Basin's energy infrastructure, this facility plays a role in local economic activity and energy supply. Its operational status ensures continued support for regional oil production, with environmental management focused on spill prevention and emission controls under applicable regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Appalachian Basin, a region with a long history of oil and gas extraction. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on local water resources from produced water management and risks of spills during gathering operations. Regulatory compliance with EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and state-level well construction standards helps mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 126 Monument Dr, Dwale, Kentucky 41621, in Floyd County, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that gathers crude oil from production wells in the Appalachian Basin for transport to processing facilities.
The facility is currently operational, supporting ongoing oil extraction activities in the region.
Facilities must comply with EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas, SPCC rules, and Kentucky's Division of Oil and Gas regulations for well construction and operation.
Potential impacts include air emissions from equipment, water use and produced water disposal, and spill risks. Operators implement best management practices and comply with state and federal environmental regulations to minimize harm.
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