Scout Energy - SLC A-58 Station: Oil Extraction Facility in Haskell County, Kansas

Scout Energy - SLC A-58 Station is an oil extraction facility located in Haskell 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 focuses on the initial phase of the petroleum supply chain, drawing crude oil from subsurface reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), as well as Kansas state regulations. Oil extraction in Kansas typically involves conventional vertical wells and, increasingly, horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction, suggesting a multi-product operation. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in Kansas include groundwater protection, brine management, and air emissions from equipment. The facility's location in Haskell County, part of the Hugoton Gas Field area, means it operates in a region with a long history of hydrocarbon production. Proper well integrity and spill prevention are critical to minimizing environmental impact.

The facility is situated in Haskell County, Kansas, a region with extensive oil and gas infrastructure. Local environmental concerns include potential groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, as well as air emissions from engines and flares. The area's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of surface spills to protect soil and water resources.