Overview
UNIT PETROLEUM - ISMERT 23-1H/ISMERT 26-2H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Reno County, Kansas. It serves as a well site for crude oil production in the region.
UNIT PETROLEUM - ISMERT 23-1H/ISMERT 26-2H STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Reno County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and represents a typical well site in the Mid-Continent oil province, which has a long history of petroleum production. The site is situated in a rural area, reflecting the dispersed nature of oil extraction in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) regulations. Oil extraction in Kansas is subject to the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, with specific requirements for emissions controls and produced water management. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for well sites in the area. As part of the Kansas oil industry, this facility contributes to the state's energy supply, which is primarily focused on crude oil and natural gas. The site's operational status ensures ongoing production, supporting local employment and energy infrastructure. The facility's location in a county with active oil fields underscores its role in maintaining regional energy output.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with a mix of agricultural and oil extraction activities. Oil extraction in Kansas involves risks such as soil and groundwater contamination from spills or leaks of crude oil and produced water. The site's proximity to agricultural land necessitates careful management of waste fluids to prevent impacts on crops and water resources. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and KCC aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and inspection programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Reno County, Kansas, United States, at S23-T25S-R10W, near the town of Ismert.
It is an oil extraction well site that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs, operating under the name UNIT PETROLEUM.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active oil production at the site.
Oil extraction in Kansas is regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level rules from the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) regarding well construction, waste management, and spill prevention.
Key environmental considerations include preventing soil and groundwater contamination from oil spills or produced water, managing air emissions from equipment, and ensuring proper well plugging and abandonment to protect local ecosystems.
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