Overview
JETTA OPERATING APPALACHIA LLC - COON CREEK COMPRESSOR is an oil extraction facility in Cutshin, Kentucky, USA. It operates in the Appalachian region, supporting natural gas and crude oil production.
JETTA OPERATING APPALACHIA LLC - COON CREEK COMPRESSOR is an oil extraction facility located on Coon Creek Road in Cutshin, Leslie County, Kentucky. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's hydrocarbon production, serving the Appalachian Basin's oil and gas industry. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks, including EPA air quality standards for oil and gas operations (e.g., New Source Performance Standards) and state-level regulations from the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection. Its NAICS codes (211111 for crude petroleum extraction and 211120 for natural gas extraction) indicate involvement in both oil and gas production, typical for Appalachian operations. As part of the Appalachian Basin's energy infrastructure, this facility contributes to local and regional energy supply. Its location in a rural, forested area of eastern Kentucky underscores the intersection of energy development with the region's natural landscape, requiring adherence to environmental management practices to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Appalachian region of eastern Kentucky, characterized by rugged terrain, forests, and watersheds that feed into the Kentucky River system. Oil and gas extraction in this area can affect local water quality through runoff and potential spills, and air emissions from compressors and related equipment may contribute to regional ozone and particulate matter. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act and state-level water protection programs aims to minimize these impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located on Coon Creek Road in Cutshin, Leslie County, Kentucky, USA.
It is an oil extraction facility that also handles natural gas extraction, as indicated by its NAICS codes for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The facility is currently operational.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards for oil and gas operations, as well as state-level regulations from the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection.
Oil extraction can affect local water quality through runoff and spills, and air emissions from equipment can contribute to air pollution. Regulatory frameworks aim to mitigate these impacts through permits and monitoring.
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