Overview
SANDRIDGE - LARRY 3119 2-30H STATION is an oil extraction facility in Comanche County, Kansas, United States. It is operational and contributes to the region's oil production.
SANDRIDGE - LARRY 3119 2-30H STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Comanche County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local oil industry, which is part of the broader Mid-Continent oil region. Kansas has a long history of oil production, with many small to medium-sized wells contributing to the state's energy portfolio. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for oil and gas extraction, such as the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. The state of Kansas also has its own regulatory requirements through the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). Typical oil extraction in this region involves conventional vertical wells or horizontal drilling, with production often associated with the Mississippian limestone play. As an oil extraction site, the facility contributes to the domestic energy supply and local economy. The environmental context includes potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, which are managed through regulatory compliance and best practices in the industry. The facility's location in a rural area of Kansas means it is subject to state and federal oversight to minimize environmental risks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Comanche County, Kansas, where oil extraction activities can affect local ecosystems and water resources. The region is characterized by agricultural land and grasslands, and oil operations must manage potential risks such as spills, groundwater contamination, and air emissions. Regulatory frameworks like the EPA's oil and gas extraction standards and state-level requirements aim to mitigate these impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Comanche County, Kansas, United States, with coordinates 37.307800 N, -99.425300 W.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) for well permitting and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) for environmental compliance, along with federal EPA standards.
Common concerns include groundwater contamination, air emissions, and spill risks, which are managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
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