Overview
SANDRIDGE - MORRE 3407 1-35H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Harper County, Kansas. It supports regional crude oil production as part of the broader U.S. oil infrastructure.
SANDRIDGE - MORRE 3407 1-35H STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Harper County, Kansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, situated in the Mid-Continent oil province. As a well site, it is part of the extensive network of extraction points that feed into the U.S. petroleum supply chain. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and state-level oil and gas rules. Typical oil extraction in Kansas involves conventional vertical or horizontal wells, with production often from the Mississippian or Arbuckle formations. The site's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, reflecting its role in upstream operations. This station is part of SandRidge Energy's portfolio, a company focused on oil and gas production in the Mid-Continent region. The facility's location in Harper County places it within an area of active drilling and production, contributing to local economic activity and energy supply. Its operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the regional oil infrastructure.
Environmental context
Oil extraction in Kansas involves potential risks such as groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, as well as surface spills. The facility's location in a rural area may reduce immediate population exposure, but proper well integrity and waste management are critical. Regulatory oversight by the Kansas Corporation Commission and EPA helps mitigate environmental impacts through permitting and inspection requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Harper County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.041700, -98.039600.
It is an oil extraction well site that produces crude oil and natural gas as part of SandRidge Energy's operations in the Mid-Continent region.
The facility is operational, actively contributing to oil production in Kansas.
Facilities must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Kansas Corporation Commission, including well construction and spill prevention requirements.
Kansas oil wells vary from small stripper wells to larger horizontal wells, with many producing less than 10 barrels per day. The state's total production is modest compared to major oil-producing states.
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