Overview
WESTPORT OIL & GAS - BRIGGEMAN 25-1 STATION is an operational oil extraction facility in Morton County, Kansas, United States. It supports regional crude oil production.
WESTPORT OIL & GAS - BRIGGEMAN 25-1 STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Morton County, Kansas, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production activities. Its location in the southwestern part of Kansas places it within the broader context of U.S. onshore oil extraction. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks, including EPA regulations for oil and gas extraction. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations) indicate its role in both extraction and support services. Typical operations involve drilling, well operation, and separation of oil, gas, and water. As part of the Kansas oil industry, this facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity. The region's oil infrastructure supports downstream refining and distribution networks. Environmental management includes compliance with state and federal regulations for spill prevention and waste handling.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Kansas, where oil extraction activities must manage water usage and potential groundwater impacts. Spill prevention and proper waste disposal are key environmental considerations. The area's agricultural land use requires careful management of surface disturbances and restoration of well sites.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Morton County, Kansas, United States, at SW 1/4 S25-T31S-R40W.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs, with operations including drilling, well operation, and initial separation of oil, gas, and water.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Kansas must comply with U.S. EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level rules from the Kansas Corporation Commission for well permitting and spill prevention.
Key considerations include groundwater protection, proper disposal of produced water, spill prevention, and site restoration after well closure. Facilities must also manage air emissions from equipment and flaring.
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