MERIT ENERGY - HEINTZ 1 2 3 WELL SITE - Oil Extraction in Lakin, Kansas

MERIT ENERGY - HEINTZ 1 2 3 WELL SITE is an oil extraction facility located in Lakin, Kearny County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the region, which is known for its contribution to domestic energy production. The site is situated in the Hugoton Embayment, a major petroleum province that has been a significant source of natural gas and oil for decades. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level regulations from the Kansas Corporation Commission. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate that the site is involved in both crude oil and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical operations at such sites include drilling, well completion, and production, with associated infrastructure like separators, tanks, and pipelines. The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a semi-arid region with agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities can impact local water resources and air quality, and are subject to regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. The facility's proximity to the Arkansas River and groundwater aquifers underscores the importance of spill prevention and proper waste management to protect local ecosystems and communities.

The facility is located in a semi-arid agricultural region of southwestern Kansas, where water resources are critical for both farming and oil extraction. The area overlies the Ogallala Aquifer, a major source of irrigation water. Oil extraction activities pose risks of groundwater contamination from spills or improper disposal of produced water. Air emissions from engines and flaring can affect local air quality. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment aims to mitigate these impacts through permits and monitoring.