MERIT ENERGY - LIVINGSTON A-1 WELL SITE | Oil Extraction Facility in Grant County, Kansas

MERIT ENERGY - LIVINGSTON A-1 WELL SITE is an operational oil extraction facility located in Grant County, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in the Hugoton Embayment, a prolific oil and gas region, and is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). As a well site, it contributes to the domestic energy supply chain. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) oversight. Oil extraction in Kansas is governed by regulations addressing well construction, wastewater management, and spill prevention. Typical extraction methods in the region include conventional vertical wells and enhanced oil recovery techniques. The facility's scale is consistent with small to medium-sized operations common in the Midcontinent region. Environmental considerations for this facility include groundwater protection in the Ogallala Aquifer region and management of produced water. The site's location in a rural agricultural area necessitates careful handling of drilling fluids and hydrocarbons to prevent soil and water contamination. As part of the broader U.S. oil infrastructure, it supports local energy production and economic activity in Grant County.

The facility is located in the High Plains region, underlain by the Ogallala Aquifer, a critical groundwater source for agriculture and drinking water. Oil extraction activities pose risks of groundwater contamination from spills or improper well casing. The semi-arid climate and sensitive ecosystems require adherence to spill prevention and response protocols. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment ensures compliance with environmental standards.