Scout Energy Calvert Station (Air) - Oil Extraction Facility in Ulysses, Kansas

Scout Energy Calvert Station (Air) is an oil extraction facility located in Ulysses, Grant County, Kansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader Mid-Continent oil province. As an oil extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both crude oil and natural gas liquids recovery. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas extraction. Kansas oil extraction typically involves conventional vertical wells and enhanced recovery techniques. The facility's location in Grant County places it within the Hugoton Embayment, a major natural gas and oil-producing area. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities include air emissions from engines, flares, and fugitive sources, as well as water management for produced water. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing compliance with state and federal regulations. Its presence in Ulysses supports local employment and energy supply, contributing to Kansas's position as a significant oil-producing state.

The facility is situated in the High Plains region of Kansas, an area with semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions. Water resources are critical in this region, and produced water management is a key environmental concern. The facility must comply with EPA's air regulations and state-level water protection rules.