Sandridge - Stewart 2&3-1H/Alice 1-12H Station: Oil Extraction Facility in Harper County, Kansas

Sandridge - Stewart 2&3-1H/Alice 1-12H Station is an oil extraction facility located in Harper County, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in the southern part of the state, within the Mid-Continent oil province, a region known for its historical significance in oil production. The plant is operational and contributes to the local oil extraction industry. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both crude oil and natural gas liquids production. In the United States, oil extraction facilities are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level regulations in Kansas. The Kansas Corporation Commission oversees oil and gas drilling and production operations in the state. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its location within the Great Plains region, where oil extraction activities can impact local ecosystems, including grasslands and water resources. The facility's operations are subject to spill prevention and response regulations, and it must comply with state and federal environmental standards to minimize its ecological footprint.

The facility is located in Harper County, Kansas, within the Great Plains ecosystem, which is characterized by mixed-grass prairies and agricultural land. Oil extraction in this region can pose risks to groundwater and surface water quality through potential spills or leaks of produced water and hydrocarbons. The facility's proximity to agricultural areas necessitates careful management of waste and emissions to avoid contamination of soil and water resources.