Scout V - Liberal Condensate Tank Station (Flare)(Air) - Oil Extraction Facility in Liberal, Kansas

Scout V - Liberal Condensate Tank Station (Flare)(Air) is an operational oil extraction facility situated 7 miles west of Liberal, Kansas, in Seward County. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil and gas infrastructure, focusing on condensate tank operations with integrated flaring and air emissions management. Its location in the Hugoton Embayment region places it within a historically significant natural gas and 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 New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its dual role in handling both crude oil and natural gas liquids. Typical operations at such facilities involve separation of condensate from natural gas, storage in tanks, and controlled flaring of excess gases to manage pressure and reduce emissions. As a condensate tank station, this facility plays a key role in the midstream segment of the oil and gas value chain, stabilizing production from nearby wells. Its operational status and location in a rural area of Kansas underscore its contribution to regional energy supply and local economic activity. The facility's design with flaring and air controls reflects standard industry practices for managing volatile organic compounds and ensuring safety.

The facility is located in the semi-arid High Plains region of southwestern Kansas, an area characterized by agricultural land use and significant oil and gas activity. The primary environmental considerations for condensate tank stations include volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from storage tanks and flaring operations, which are regulated under EPA's NSPS OOOO and OOOOa. Spill risks associated with condensate handling and storage are managed through secondary containment and leak detection programs. The region's groundwater resources, part of the Ogallala Aquifer, require careful monitoring to prevent contamination from hydrocarbon releases.