Overview
Quantum Resources Management-St. Regis Gas Plant is an operational oil extraction facility in Jay, Florida, United States. It processes natural gas and crude oil in the Santa Rosa County area.
Quantum Resources Management-St. Regis Gas Plant is an operational oil extraction facility located at 5414 Oil Plant Road in Jay, Florida, United States. The plant is situated in Santa Rosa County and plays a role in the region's hydrocarbon production, focusing on natural gas and crude oil processing. As part of the broader oil extraction sector, it contributes to the energy supply chain in the southeastern United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level environmental regulations in Florida. While specific technical specifications such as processing capacity are not detailed, the plant's classification under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicates involvement in multiple stages of hydrocarbon recovery and initial processing. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities in Florida include proximity to coastal ecosystems and groundwater resources. The plant's location in the Florida Panhandle places it within a region with sensitive wetlands and aquifers, necessitating adherence to spill prevention and groundwater protection measures. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in meeting regional energy demands while navigating environmental stewardship requirements.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Florida Panhandle, an area characterized by coastal ecosystems, wetlands, and the Floridan Aquifer system. Oil extraction operations in this region must manage risks related to groundwater contamination and surface spills, particularly given the proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and Florida Department of Environmental Protection focuses on preventing releases of hydrocarbons and produced water, with requirements for spill containment and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 5414 Oil Plant Road in Jay, Santa Rosa County, Florida, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction plant that processes crude oil and natural gas, operating under NAICS codes for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The plant is currently operational, contributing to hydrocarbon production in the Florida Panhandle region.
The facility must comply with the U.S. Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Florida state regulations, including spill prevention and groundwater protection measures.
It supports regional energy supply by processing natural gas and crude oil, and its operations are subject to environmental oversight to protect nearby ecosystems and water resources.
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