Overview
UNIT PETROLEUM - DEBES 29-1H/DEBES 20-1H STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Debes, Kansas, United States. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
UNIT PETROLEUM - DEBES 29-1H/DEBES 20-1H STATION is an oil extraction facility situated in Debes, Kansas, within the United States. The facility is operational and is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), reflecting its role in the upstream oil and gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to regulations concerning well construction, wastewater management, and spill prevention, including the EPA's Oil Pollution Prevention regulations (40 CFR Part 112). The facility's location in Reno County places it within the Mid-Continent oil province, known for conventional oil production from formations like the Mississippian and Arbuckle. As an oil extraction station, this facility contributes to the regional energy supply and local economy. The environmental context involves potential risks associated with drilling operations, including groundwater contamination and surface spills. However, the facility is expected to adhere to best management practices and regulatory requirements to mitigate these risks. Its operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting the broader oil infrastructure in Kansas.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Reno County, Kansas, an area with a history of oil extraction. The local environment includes agricultural land and the Arkansas River basin. Oil extraction activities pose risks of soil and groundwater contamination from produced water and hydrocarbon spills. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment aims to minimize these impacts through permitting and inspection programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Debes, Kansas, United States, specifically in Reno County at coordinates 37.8395, -98.452.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active production of oil and gas.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) for well permitting and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) for environmental protection. Federal regulations from the EPA, such as the Oil Pollution Prevention regulations, also apply.
Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination from produced water, surface spills of crude oil, and air emissions from equipment. Proper management and regulatory compliance help mitigate these risks.
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