Unit Petroleum - Feedlot 15-2H/Feedlot 22-1H Station: Oil Extraction Facility in Kansas

Unit Petroleum's Feedlot 15-2H/Feedlot 22-1H Station is an oil extraction facility located in Reno County, Kansas, near the city of Feedlot 15-2H and 22-1H. The facility is operational and engages in crude petroleum extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. As part of the broader oil infrastructure in Kansas, this site supports the state's energy sector. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, which govern emissions and discharge from oil extraction activities. In Kansas, oil extraction is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Typical extraction methods in the region involve conventional vertical or horizontal wells, with associated equipment for separation and storage. The Feedlot 15-2H/Feedlot 22-1H Station plays a role in local oil production, contributing to the supply chain for refineries and end-users. Its operational status ensures continued output, supporting energy needs in the region. The facility's location in a rural area minimizes direct population exposure, though standard environmental monitoring is required.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Reno County, Kansas, where oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water resources may be affected by potential spills or improper disposal of produced water. The region's agricultural land use requires careful management to avoid soil contamination. Regulatory oversight by state and federal agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and inspections.