Overview
Merit Energy operates an oil extraction station in Ulysses, Kansas, within the Hugoton Embayment. This facility supports regional crude oil production from multiple wells.
Merit Energy - Kuhn 1-13/Cassity A-2H/Cassity A-1 Station is an oil extraction facility located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States. The station serves as a central gathering point for crude oil produced from several wells in the area, contributing to the region's hydrocarbon output. Kansas is part of the Mid-Continent oil province, with production primarily from the Hugoton Embayment and other sedimentary basins. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) permits. Typical oil extraction in Kansas involves conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling, with production rates varying by reservoir characteristics. The station likely includes separators, tanks, and metering equipment to process and store crude before transport. As part of Merit Energy's portfolio, this station plays a role in maintaining domestic oil supply. The surrounding area is agricultural, with oil extraction coexisting alongside farming. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local energy infrastructure and economic activity in Grant County.
Environmental context
Oil extraction in Kansas occurs in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate exposure risks. However, operations involve potential for soil and groundwater contamination from produced water and hydrocarbon spills. The facility must comply with spill prevention plans and groundwater monitoring requirements under state and federal regulations. Nearby water resources include the Arkansas River basin, necessitating careful management of produced water disposal.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.6109 N, -101.3180 W.
This is an oil extraction station that gathers and processes crude oil from multiple wells in the area.
The facility is operated by Merit Energy Company, a U.S.-based oil and gas producer.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, including spill prevention and groundwater monitoring.
Kansas oil wells typically produce from tens to a few hundred barrels per day, with many stripper wells. The state's total production is modest compared to major basins.
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