Overview
The Sandridge Taylor 3406 1-29H/Britt 3406 3-20H Station is an operational oil extraction facility in Harper County, Kansas, United States. It supports regional crude oil production.
The Sandridge Taylor 3406 1-29H/Britt 3406 3-20H Station is an oil extraction facility located in Harper County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production activities. It is situated in the Mid-Continent oil province, an area with a long history of petroleum extraction. 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 operations in Kansas are subject to the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific regulations for drilling and production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for the region. Oil extraction in Kansas plays a significant role in the state's energy mix, with production primarily from conventional wells. The facility's location in Harper County places it within an agricultural region, where oil operations coexist with farming. The facility's output supports local and regional energy supply chains.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of Kansas, where oil extraction operations must manage potential impacts on soil and groundwater. Spill prevention and containment measures are critical to protect nearby farmland and water resources. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation heighten the importance of environmental safeguards during drilling and production.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Harper County, Kansas, United States, specifically in Township 34 South, Range 6 West, Section 29.
It is an oil extraction facility, involved in the production of crude petroleum and natural gas.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, including spill prevention and groundwater protection requirements.
The Mid-Continent oil province, spanning parts of Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas, has been a major oil-producing region since the early 20th century, with thousands of wells contributing to domestic crude supply.
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