Overview
Scout Energy - SLC A-41 Station is an oil extraction facility in Satanta, Kansas, United States. It operates in Haskell County, contributing to the region's oil production.
Scout Energy - SLC A-41 Station is an operational oil extraction facility located in Satanta, Kansas, within Haskell County. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, focusing on the extraction of crude oil from local reserves. Its location in the Midcontinent region places it within a historically significant oil-producing area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level regulations in Kansas. Oil extraction activities are subject to permitting requirements for air emissions, water management, and waste disposal. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum extraction, natural gas extraction, and natural gas liquid extraction, suggesting a diversified hydrocarbon production profile. As an oil extraction site, Scout Energy - SLC A-41 Station plays a role in the local economy and energy supply chain. The facility's operational status underscores its contribution to domestic oil production, supporting downstream refining and distribution networks. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and management of produced water, typical for extraction operations in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Haskell County, Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and semi-arid climate. Oil extraction activities here involve potential risks to groundwater quality due to drilling and produced water management. The area's low population density reduces exposure risks, but local ecosystems may be affected by surface disturbances and potential spills. Regulatory oversight by the Kansas Corporation Commission and EPA helps mitigate environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Scout Energy - SLC A-41 Station is located in Satanta, Haskell County, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.510800, -101.080000.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids from underground reservoirs.
The facility is operated by Scout Energy, a company involved in oil and gas production in the United States.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the Kansas Corporation Commission regarding drilling, production, and waste management.
Oil extraction can affect local water resources and air quality. Facilities must manage produced water and emissions to minimize impacts on the surrounding agricultural and natural environment.
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