ONEOK - Lateral G-11 Station, Ulysses, Kansas | Oil Extraction Facility

ONEOK - Lateral G-11 Station is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Ulysses, Kansas, within Grant County. The facility is part of ONEOK's extensive midstream network, which gathers and processes natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGLs) across the central United States. As a lateral station, it plays a key role in collecting hydrocarbons from production wells and transporting them to larger processing hubs. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). While specific technical specifications such as capacity are not detailed, the facility's NAICS codes (211111 for crude petroleum extraction and 211120 for natural gas extraction) indicate involvement in both oil and gas production. In the context of Kansas's oil and gas industry, this station likely supports moderate-scale extraction activities typical of the Hugoton Embayment region. The environmental significance of ONEOK - Lateral G-11 Station lies in its role in reducing flaring and venting by capturing natural gas and NGLs. By connecting wells to processing infrastructure, it helps minimize greenhouse gas emissions and supports efficient resource utilization. The facility's location in a rural agricultural area also underscores the importance of balancing energy development with land stewardship.

The facility is situated in the High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, an area characterized by semi-arid climate and extensive agriculture. Oil and gas extraction here involves potential risks of groundwater contamination from brine and hydrocarbon spills, as well as air emissions from engines and fugitive sources. The region's shallow aquifers, part of the Ogallala formation, require careful management to protect water resources. Regulatory compliance with EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas and KCC's spill prevention rules is critical.