Overview
UNIT PETROLEUM - ROCK CHALK FARMS 33-1H/28-1H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Reno County, Kansas, United States. It supports regional crude oil production from the Rock Chalk Farms area.
UNIT PETROLEUM - ROCK CHALK FARMS 33-1H/28-1H STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Reno County, Kansas, United States. The facility operates within the broader context of the U.S. oil and gas industry, which is regulated by federal and state agencies including the EPA and Kansas Corporation Commission. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the domestic supply of crude oil, a key component of the nation's energy infrastructure. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both oil and associated gas production. Typical oil extraction operations in Kansas involve vertical or horizontal wells targeting the Mississippian or Arbuckle formations. The regulatory framework includes the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level rules on drilling, production, and waste management. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in Kansas include groundwater protection, brine disposal, and surface disturbance. The facility's location in a rural agricultural area means that spill prevention and proper well integrity are critical to minimize impacts on local water resources and farmland. The site's operational status suggests ongoing compliance with applicable regulations, contributing to the region's energy supply while managing environmental risks.
Environmental context
Oil extraction in Kansas typically involves drilling into deep geological formations, with potential risks to groundwater if well casings fail. The facility's location in Reno County, an agricultural region, necessitates careful management of produced water and brine to prevent soil and water contamination. Spill prevention and response plans are essential to protect local ecosystems and farming operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Reno County, Kansas, United States, at S33-T25S-R10W, near the Rock Chalk Farms area.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids from underground reservoirs.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active production and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Facilities must comply with the EPA's Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Kansas Corporation Commission regarding drilling, production, and waste management.
Key risks include groundwater contamination from well casing failures, surface spills of oil or brine, and air emissions from equipment. Proper well integrity and spill prevention measures are critical.
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