ET GATHERING & PROCESSING - HUGOTON #12 STATION - Oil Extraction Facility in Hugoton, Kansas

ET GATHERING & PROCESSING - HUGOTON #12 STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located in Hugoton, Grant County, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of the Hugoton gas field, one of the largest natural gas fields in North America, and focuses on gathering and processing hydrocarbons from local wells. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations. It also complies with state-level regulations from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Typical equipment includes separators, dehydrators, and compressors for natural gas processing. The Hugoton #12 Station plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure, supporting the extraction and processing of natural gas and oil from the Hugoton field. Its operations contribute to the local economy and energy supply, while adhering to environmental standards to minimize emissions and impacts.

The facility is situated in the High Plains region of Kansas, an area with semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane. The facility must comply with EPA's NSPS for oil and gas operations to reduce these emissions. Spill risks are managed through containment and response plans, though the inland location reduces coastal spill concerns.