Overview
SANDRIDGE - CIRCLE 3410 1-34H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Barber County, Kansas, United States. It contributes to the region's oil production infrastructure.
SANDRIDGE - CIRCLE 3410 1-34H STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Barber County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local oil production landscape, serving the broader energy needs of the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies. Oil extraction in Kansas typically involves conventional drilling methods, and the facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. The scale of operations is consistent with small to medium-sized extraction sites common in the Mid-Continent oil region. As part of the oil extraction sector, this facility contributes to the domestic energy supply. Its location in rural Kansas minimizes direct population exposure, but standard environmental management practices are essential to mitigate potential impacts on local land and water resources. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in the regional oil industry.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Barber County, Kansas, where the primary environmental considerations include groundwater protection and land use management. Oil extraction activities can pose risks of soil and water contamination from drilling fluids and produced water. The regulatory framework under the EPA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment mandates compliance with spill prevention and waste management protocols to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Barber County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.043800, -98.382100.
It is an operational oil extraction facility involved in the production of crude petroleum and natural gas.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, covering areas such as spill prevention, waste management, and air emissions.
Common risks include groundwater contamination from drilling fluids, soil pollution from spills, and air emissions from equipment. Facilities must comply with regulations to mitigate these risks.
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