SandRidge - South Point Farms 3506 1-17H Station: Oil Extraction in Harper County, Kansas

SandRidge - South Point Farms 3506 1-17H Station is an oil extraction facility located in Harper 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. The site is situated in a rural area, typical of many oil extraction operations in Kansas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to regulations such as the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, which govern emissions and water discharges. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as oil and gas extraction support activities. As an oil extraction site, the facility contributes to the energy supply in the region. Its operational status suggests ongoing production, supporting local employment and economic activity. The environmental context includes typical considerations for oil extraction, such as groundwater protection and land use management.

The facility is located in a rural area of Kansas, where oil extraction activities can impact local water resources and air quality. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these impacts through permits and monitoring. The site's proximity to agricultural land necessitates careful management of potential spills and emissions.