Overview
Kentucky West Virginia Gas, Inc. - Mayto is an operational oil extraction facility in Langley, Kentucky, USA. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, focusing on crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
Kentucky West Virginia Gas, Inc. - Mayto is an oil extraction facility located at 196 Old Maytown Road in Langley, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream oil and gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for oil and gas extraction, such as the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. In Kentucky, extraction activities are also subject to state-level oversight by the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection. Typical operations involve drilling and wellhead processing to separate oil, gas, and water. As part of the Appalachian Basin, this facility contributes to regional oil and gas production. Its location in Floyd County places it within a historically active coal and gas region. The facility's environmental context includes potential impacts on local water resources and air quality, managed through permits and best management practices.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Appalachian region, characterized by steep terrain and numerous streams. Oil extraction activities can pose risks to water quality through spills or improper wastewater management. The site's proximity to residential areas in Langley necessitates careful adherence to state and federal regulations to minimize community exposure to emissions and noise.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 196 Old Maytown Road, Langley, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA.
It is an operational oil extraction facility engaged in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Kentucky must comply with federal EPA regulations (Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act) and state regulations enforced by the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection, including permitting for air emissions and water discharges.
Environmental concerns include potential water contamination from spills or improper wastewater disposal, air emissions from equipment, and impacts on local ecosystems. Operators must implement best management practices to mitigate these risks.
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