Superior Midstream - Zenith Station (Air) - Oil Extraction Facility in Medicine Lodge, Kansas

Superior Midstream - Zenith Station (Air) is an oil extraction facility located in Medicine Lodge, Kansas, United States. The facility operates in Barber County, a region with active oil and gas production. As part of the midstream sector, it handles oil extraction and processing, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including EPA Clean Air Act standards and state-level Kansas Department of Health and Environment oversight. Typical oil extraction facilities in this region employ separation, dehydration, and storage processes. The NAICS codes 211111, 211112, and 211120 indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. This facility plays a role in the regional oil infrastructure network, supporting crude oil gathering and processing. Its location in the Mid-Continent oil province connects it to broader pipeline and refining systems. The operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy production and economic activity.

The facility is situated in the Great Plains region, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through volatile organic compound emissions and flaring. Regulatory compliance with EPA's New Source Performance Standards and state air permits is critical to minimize environmental footprint. Spill prevention and groundwater protection are also key considerations given the proximity to rural water sources.