Overview
ONEOK - ELWARD DEHY STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Elward Sta., Kansas, United States. It processes crude oil and natural gas liquids in the mid-continent region.
ONEOK - ELWARD DEHY STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located in Elward Sta., Reno County, Kansas, United States. The facility is part of ONEOK's midstream operations, focusing on dehydration and processing of crude oil and natural gas liquids. It serves the oil-rich Anadarko Basin and supports regional production. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas extraction and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) permits. Typical dehydration units use glycol or desiccant systems to remove water from raw hydrocarbons, ensuring pipeline-quality output. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. As a midstream asset, this station plays a key role in conditioning and stabilizing crude oil for transport to refineries. Its location in central Kansas connects to major pipeline networks, supporting the broader U.S. energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to regional oil supply chains.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Great Plains region, characterized by agricultural land and semi-arid climate. Oil extraction operations here involve potential risks of brine spills, volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, and groundwater contamination. The Kansas Corporation Commission regulates well integrity and waste disposal. Nearby water resources include the Arkansas River and High Plains aquifer, requiring careful management of produced water and chemical handling.
Frequently asked questions
ONEOK - ELWARD DEHY STATION is located in Elward Sta., Reno County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.8885 N, -97.9676 W.
It is an oil extraction facility that dehydrates and processes crude oil and natural gas liquids, removing water and impurities to prepare hydrocarbons for pipeline transport.
The facility is operated by ONEOK, a major midstream energy company in the United States.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act (including NSPS for oil and gas) and state-level rules from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) for air emissions and water discharges.
Dehydration stations remove water from raw hydrocarbons to prevent corrosion and hydrate formation in pipelines, ensuring safe and efficient transport to refineries.
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