Tapstone Energy - Hevier & Robinson 7-1 Station: Oil Extraction Facility in Harper County, Kansas

Tapstone Energy - Hevier & Robinson 7-1 Station is an operational oil extraction facility located in Harper County, Kansas, United States. The facility is situated in the Hevier & Robinson 7-1 area, a region known for its oil and gas production within the Mid-Continent oil province. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the domestic energy supply, operating under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) oversight. Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations, and state regulations for well permitting and production reporting. The facility likely employs conventional drilling and extraction technologies typical of onshore oil fields in the region. Environmental considerations for this facility include potential impacts on local air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions, as well as groundwater protection through proper well casing and waste management. The facility's location in a rural agricultural area of Kansas means that responsible operations are important for minimizing conflicts with land use and preserving the local environment.

The facility is located in Harper County, Kansas, a region characterized by agricultural land and grasslands. Oil extraction activities in this area can affect local air quality through emissions of VOCs and methane, and groundwater resources through potential spills or leaks. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and KCC aims to mitigate these impacts through emission controls and well integrity requirements.