Quality Natural Gas LLC – Compressor CS1013, Freeburn, Kentucky Oil Extraction Facility

Quality Natural Gas LLC - Compressor CS1013 is an oil extraction facility situated on River Mill Rd in Freeburn, Pike County, Kentucky. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's hydrocarbon production, focusing on natural gas compression as part of upstream oil and gas operations. The facility operates under the NAICS code 211120, which covers oil and gas extraction activities. In the United States, such facilities are subject to federal regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and state-level environmental permits. The Appalachian Basin is a mature oil and gas region, with infrastructure typically including compressor stations to transport natural gas from wells to processing plants. As a compressor station, this facility is integral to maintaining gas flow and pressure in the pipeline network. Its location in rural Kentucky reflects the dispersed nature of oil and gas infrastructure in the region. The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, while operating within the broader regulatory framework for oil and gas extraction in the United States.

The facility is located in the Appalachian region, characterized by rugged terrain and coal mining history. Oil and gas extraction in this area can impact local water resources and air quality. Compressor stations typically emit air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds, regulated under the Clean Air Act. Spill risks from produced water or condensate are managed through state and federal guidelines.