Overview
MERIT ENERGY - GREENWOOD BOOSTER #7 STATION is an oil extraction facility in Richfield, Kansas, United States. It supports regional crude oil gathering and boosting operations.
MERIT ENERGY - GREENWOOD BOOSTER #7 STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located in Richfield, Morton County, Kansas, United States. The facility plays a role in the regional oil and gas infrastructure, focusing on boosting and gathering crude oil from nearby wells. Its location in the Hugoton Embayment area places it within a historically productive petroleum province. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Oil extraction facilities in Kansas are subject to state and federal regulations including the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. Typical operations involve separation, dehydration, and storage of crude oil before transport via pipeline or truck. As a booster station, this facility contributes to the efficiency of oil recovery in the region. Its operational status ensures continued support for local production. The facility's environmental context includes the semi-arid climate of southwestern Kansas, where water conservation and spill prevention are key operational considerations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the semi-arid High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, where water resources are limited. Oil extraction operations must manage produced water and prevent spills to protect groundwater and soil. The area is primarily agricultural, with cattle ranching and dryland farming, making environmental stewardship important for maintaining land use compatibility.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Richfield, Morton County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.190600, -101.999000.
It is an oil extraction facility that boosts and gathers crude oil from production wells, preparing it for transport to refineries or pipelines.
The facility is currently operational, supporting ongoing oil production in the region.
Facilities must comply with the U.S. Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, including spill prevention and air emission controls.
The facility operates in a semi-arid region where water conservation is critical. Spill prevention measures protect groundwater and soil, while air emissions are regulated to minimize impact on local air quality.
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