Overview
Sandridge - Anita 3420 1-12H Station is an operational oil extraction facility in Comanche County, Kansas, United States. It supports regional crude oil production.
Sandridge - Anita 3420 1-12H Station is an oil extraction facility located in Comanche County, Kansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production activities. As part of the broader oil extraction sector, it plays a role in the domestic energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level regulations in Kansas. Oil extraction in this region typically involves conventional drilling and production techniques, with a focus on efficient resource recovery. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction operations. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities include managing produced water, preventing spills, and minimizing air emissions. The facility's location in a rural area of Kansas may reduce certain environmental risks, though adherence to best practices remains important. Overall, Sandridge - Anita 3420 1-12H Station is a component of the local oil infrastructure supporting energy production.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Comanche County, Kansas, where oil extraction activities are subject to state and federal environmental regulations. Key environmental concerns include potential groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, as well as air emissions from equipment. The region's relatively low population density may reduce exposure risks, but proper waste management and spill prevention are critical to protect local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Comanche County, Kansas, United States, specifically in the SE/4 S12-T34S-R20W area near Anita.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, contributing to the regional energy supply.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-level regulations from the Kansas Corporation Commission and Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
Common concerns include groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, air emissions from equipment, and potential spills. Proper waste management and spill prevention are essential.
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