Overview
SANDRIDGE - KRUG 1725 1-34H STATION is an oil extraction facility in Ness County, Kansas, United States. It operates within the U.S. regulatory framework for oil and gas production.
SANDRIDGE - KRUG 1725 1-34H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility located in Ness County, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in the SE/4 S34-T17S-R25W area, near the city of Krug 1725 1-34H/2-34H. As part of the U.S. oil extraction sector, it contributes to domestic crude oil production. The facility operates under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for water discharges. Kansas oil extraction sites typically employ conventional vertical or horizontal drilling techniques, with production volumes varying by well. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both crude oil and natural gas liquids. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in Kansas include groundwater protection, brine management, and surface water runoff control. The facility's location in a rural agricultural area necessitates careful management of produced water and potential spills. Compliance with state and federal regulations ensures operational safety and environmental stewardship.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Ness County, Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and semi-arid climate. Oil extraction activities in this area require management of produced water, which is often high in salinity, to prevent soil and groundwater contamination. Spill prevention and response plans are critical to protect local water resources and ecosystems. The facility's operations are subject to Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) regulations for well construction and waste disposal.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Ness County, Kansas, United States, specifically in the SE/4 S34-T17S-R25W area near Krug 1725 1-34H/2-34H.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and NPDES, as well as Kansas Corporation Commission rules for well construction and waste management.
Key considerations include groundwater protection from brine contamination, proper disposal of produced water, and spill prevention to safeguard agricultural land and local ecosystems.
Located in a rural agricultural area, the facility must manage produced water and potential spills carefully to avoid impacting farming activities and local water resources.
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