Overview
Targa Pipeline Mid-Continent Westok - Gyp Hill Station is an operational oil extraction facility in Medicine Lodge, Kansas. It supports regional crude oil gathering and processing under US EPA and BSEE regulatory frameworks.
Targa Pipeline Mid-Continent Westok - Gyp Hill Station is an oil extraction facility located in Barber County, near Medicine Lodge, Kansas. The facility is operational and plays a role in the midstream segment of the oil and gas industry, focusing on gathering and processing crude oil from regional wells. The facility operates under US federal regulations including the EPA's Clean Air Act (Refinery MACT) and BSEE offshore standards, though its inland location reduces spill risk compared to coastal sites. The NAICS codes (211111, 211120, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum extraction, natural gas extraction, and natural gas liquid extraction, reflecting a diversified upstream portfolio. As part of Targa Pipeline's Mid-Continent network, this station contributes to the efficient transport of hydrocarbons from production areas to refineries and markets. Its location in Kansas places it within a mature oil-producing region, supporting local energy infrastructure and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of southern Kansas, where oil extraction activities are subject to state and federal environmental regulations. Spill prevention and response plans are mandated under the Clean Water Act and EPA's SPCC rules. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of produced water and emissions to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Barber County, near Medicine Lodge, Kansas, at coordinates 37.1821 N, -98.6936 W.
It is an oil extraction facility involved in gathering and processing crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids from regional wells.
The facility is currently operational.
The facility must comply with EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act (including Refinery MACT) and the Clean Water Act (including SPCC rules), as well as state-level environmental and safety standards.
The NAICS codes 211111, 211120, and 211130 indicate the facility is involved in crude petroleum extraction, natural gas extraction, and natural gas liquid extraction, respectively, reflecting a diversified upstream operation.
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