MERIT ENERGY - COWGILL 2-19 WELL SITE: Oil Extraction Facility in Garden City, Kansas

MERIT ENERGY - COWGILL 2-19 WELL SITE is an operational oil extraction facility located in Garden City, Kansas, United States. Situated in Finney County, this well site contributes to the domestic oil production in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Corporation Commission, which oversee drilling, production, and environmental compliance. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both oil and associated gas production. Typical operations at such sites involve drilling, well completion, and extraction using conventional or enhanced recovery methods. The site is subject to EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific rules for well construction and waste management. As part of the U.S. oil infrastructure, this well site supports domestic energy supply and local economic activity. Its location in the Hugoton Embayment of the Anadarko Basin places it within a historically productive region for oil and gas. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to the regional energy mix, while adhering to environmental and safety standards.

The facility is located in the High Plains region of Kansas, an area with semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Oil extraction operations here must manage water usage and potential groundwater contamination risks, particularly given the proximity to the Ogallala Aquifer. Spill prevention and waste management are critical, with regulations under the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. The site's impact on local air quality is regulated through emissions controls for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane.