Overview
MERIT ENERGY - GALL 1-8/GALL A-3H/GALL A-2 STATION (AIR) is an operational oil extraction facility in Ulysses, Kansas. It operates under US EPA regulations for oil and gas extraction.
MERIT ENERGY - GALL 1-8/GALL A-3H/GALL A-2 STATION (AIR) is an oil extraction facility located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas. The facility is operational and situated in the Hugoton Embayment, a major natural gas and oil producing region. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the domestic energy supply within the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level regulations in Kansas. Oil extraction activities in this region typically involve vertical or horizontal drilling, with associated wellhead equipment and separation units. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both oil and natural gas liquids production. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a semi-arid agricultural region, where water usage and potential brine disposal are key considerations. The facility's operations are subject to spill prevention and control measures under the EPA's Oil Pollution Prevention regulations. Overall, the facility plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure, supporting local employment and energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Grant County, Kansas, a semi-arid region with agricultural land use. Oil extraction operations here involve potential risks of soil and groundwater contamination from produced water and hydrocarbon spills. The facility is subject to US EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and the Oil Pollution Prevention regulations, which require spill control plans and emissions controls. The proximity to agricultural areas necessitates careful management of waste fluids and air emissions to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States, at S8-T28S-R37W.
It is an oil extraction facility, involved in the production of crude petroleum and natural gas liquids.
The facility operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Oil Pollution Prevention requirements, as well as Kansas state environmental regulations.
Oil extraction in Kansas can affect local water resources and air quality. Facilities must manage produced water and control emissions to comply with state and federal standards.
The facility supports local employment and contributes to the regional energy supply, benefiting the economy of Grant County and surrounding areas.
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