Overview
High Sierra Crude Oil Mktg. - Byers LACT Unit is an operational oil extraction facility in Byers, Kansas, United States. It handles crude oil marketing and lease automatic custody transfer (LACT) operations.
High Sierra Crude Oil Mktg. - Byers LACT Unit is an oil extraction facility located in Byers, Pratt County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and focuses on crude oil marketing and lease automatic custody transfer (LACT), a standard method for measuring and transferring crude oil from production sites to pipelines or trucks. Its NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) classify it under crude petroleum extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. As a LACT unit, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) rules. LACT units are subject to EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas production, including requirements for vapor recovery and leak detection. The facility's scale is typical for a small to medium oil extraction site in the Mid-Continent oil region, which includes Kansas. The facility plays a role in the local oil supply chain by providing accurate measurement and transfer of crude oil, supporting downstream refining and distribution. Its location in Pratt County places it within the Anadarko Basin, a region with a history of oil and gas production. The operational status ensures continued contribution to regional energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Kansas, where oil extraction activities are common. Environmental considerations for LACT units include potential for spills during transfer operations and emissions from storage tanks. The facility must comply with EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and state regulations for groundwater protection. The local environment is primarily agricultural, with oil infrastructure interspersed, requiring careful management of produced water and brine to prevent soil and water contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Byers, Pratt County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.8036 N, -98.9108 W.
A Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) unit automatically measures and transfers crude oil from a production site to a pipeline or truck, ensuring accurate volume and quality for custody transfer.
The facility is currently operational, actively handling crude oil marketing and transfer operations.
Facilities must comply with EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act (including NSPS for oil and gas), SPCC rules, and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) requirements for water and waste management.
NAICS 211111 covers crude petroleum extraction, and 211120 covers natural gas extraction, indicating the facility may handle both oil and associated gas.
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