Unit Petroleum - Hornbaker 5-1H Station: Oil Extraction Facility in Hornbaker, Kansas

Unit Petroleum - Hornbaker 5-1H Station is an oil extraction facility located in Hornbaker, Reno County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and focuses on the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. Kansas is a significant oil-producing state, with many wells in the Mid-Continent oil province. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to state regulations from the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). Typical extraction methods in the region include conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing. As part of the oil extraction sector, this facility contributes to the local and national energy supply. The environmental context includes potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, which are managed through regulatory permits and best practices. The facility's location in rural Kansas minimizes proximity to densely populated areas, reducing some community exposure risks.

The facility is situated in Reno County, Kansas, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Oil extraction activities can affect local water resources through potential spills or improper disposal of produced water. Air emissions from engines, pumps, and flaring may contribute to local air quality concerns. The regulatory framework under the EPA and KDHE aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.