Overview
MERIT ENERGY - PETRO A-1 STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Ulysses, Kansas, United States. It operates within the Grant County area, contributing to regional crude oil production.
MERIT ENERGY - PETRO A-1 STATION is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Ulysses, Kansas, United States. Located in Grant County, this facility is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure supporting domestic energy production. The site is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both crude oil and natural gas liquids recovery. As an oil extraction facility, PETRO A-1 STATION operates under the regulatory oversight of the Kansas Corporation Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including Refinery MACT standards, apply to associated processing equipment. Additionally, state-level regulations govern well construction, water management, and spill prevention, aligning with industry best practices for onshore extraction. The facility's location in the Hugoton Embayment, a prolific oil and gas region, underscores its contribution to Kansas's energy sector. The site's operational status supports local employment and energy supply chains. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air quality management, typical for extraction operations in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the High Plains region of Kansas, an area characterized by semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Oil extraction operations here must manage water usage and potential groundwater contamination risks, particularly given the reliance on the Ogallala Aquifer for irrigation. Spill prevention and proper waste disposal are critical to minimize impacts on soil and water resources. The region's flat terrain and low population density reduce some exposure risks, but cumulative impacts from multiple extraction sites require ongoing monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
MERIT ENERGY - PETRO A-1 STATION is located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.610900, -101.372000.
This facility is an oil extraction site that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to oil production in the Hugoton Embayment region of Kansas.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission and the U.S. EPA, including Clean Air Act standards and state-level rules for well integrity and spill prevention.
Key environmental concerns include groundwater protection, especially the Ogallala Aquifer, air emissions management, and soil contamination prevention from spills or waste.
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