Overview
SANDRIDGE - BOBEK 3404 1-22H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. It contributes to the regional oil production infrastructure.
SANDRIDGE - BOBEK 3404 1-22H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in the Mid-Continent oil region, which has a long history of petroleum production. As an oil extraction site, 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) and state-level Kansas Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in Kansas typically involves conventional vertical or horizontal drilling, with production from formations such as the Mississippian Lime. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in this region include groundwater protection, brine management, and surface disturbance. The facility's location in a rural agricultural area means that operational practices must balance resource extraction with land use. Proper well construction and spill prevention measures are essential to minimize environmental impact.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Sumner County, Kansas, an area with mixed agricultural and oil production land use. Oil extraction activities in this region require careful management of produced water and potential brine spills to protect freshwater aquifers. The Kansas Corporation Commission regulates well construction and plugging to prevent groundwater contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Sumner County, Kansas, United States, in the NW/4 S22-T34S-R4W area.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission and the US EPA, covering well permits, environmental protection, and safety standards.
Key concerns include groundwater contamination from brine, surface spills, and proper well plugging to prevent leaks.
Oil extraction can provide economic benefits through jobs and royalties, but also requires careful management of traffic, noise, and environmental risks.
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