Overview
MERIT ENERGY - STONE 3-10 WELL SITE is an operational oil extraction facility in Garden City, Kansas, USA. It supports regional crude oil production under state and federal regulations.
MERIT ENERGY - STONE 3-10 WELL SITE is an oil extraction facility located in Finney County, near Garden City, Kansas. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader Mid-Continent oil province. Kansas has a long history of oil extraction, with wells typically producing from formations such as the Mississippian and Arbuckle. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to state rules on well construction, water management, and spill prevention. The EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act also apply, particularly for emissions and produced water handling. Typical extraction methods in the region include conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling. Environmental considerations for this facility include groundwater protection in the High Plains aquifer region and management of produced water. The site's location in a rural agricultural area means that soil and water quality are important. The facility's role in local oil supply supports energy needs while operating under established environmental safeguards.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the High Plains region, underlain by the Ogallala aquifer, a critical water source for agriculture. Oil extraction activities require careful management of produced water and potential spills to protect groundwater. The area's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use heighten the importance of preventing soil contamination. Regulatory oversight by the KCC and EPA addresses these risks through permitting and inspection programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Finney County, near Garden City, Kansas, USA, at coordinates 37.981670, -101.039140.
It is an operational oil extraction well site that produces crude oil from subsurface formations, contributing to regional energy supply.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) for well permitting and safety, and by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for environmental compliance under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.
Key risks include groundwater contamination from spills or leaks, especially in areas over the Ogallala aquifer, and air emissions from equipment. Regulations require spill prevention plans and emission controls.
Kansas oil wells vary from small stripper wells producing a few barrels per day to larger horizontal wells. The state's total production is modest compared to major oil-producing states.
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