Overview
Merit Energy - Kiowa Cattle B-1H Station is an oil extraction facility in Sublette, Haskell County, Kansas. It operates within the US regulatory framework for oil and gas production.
Merit Energy - Kiowa Cattle B-1H Station is an operational oil extraction facility located in Sublette, Haskell County, Kansas. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil and gas infrastructure, contributing to domestic energy production. Its location in the Midcontinent region places it within a mature oil-producing area with a history of conventional and unconventional extraction. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the Kansas Corporation Commission. Key federal regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and water management. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for oil wells in the region. As an oil extraction site, the facility plays a role in the local economy and energy supply chain. Its operational status suggests ongoing production, with potential environmental considerations such as groundwater protection and air quality management. The facility's location in a rural area of Kansas highlights the dispersed nature of oil extraction infrastructure in the United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Haskell County, Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and underlying oil-bearing formations. Oil extraction activities in this area can impact local water resources through potential spills or improper wastewater disposal. Air emissions from equipment and flaring may affect local air quality. The facility must comply with EPA regulations for oil and gas operations, including spill prevention and control measures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Sublette, Haskell County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.407800 N, -101.043000 W.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is owned by Merit Energy Company, a US-based oil and gas producer.
The facility must comply with US EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-level rules from the Kansas Corporation Commission, including spill prevention and air emission controls.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas range from small stripper wells to larger operations. The state has a long history of oil production, with many wells producing modest volumes.
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