Overview
HollyFrontier El Dorado Refining is an operational oil refinery in El Dorado, Kansas, United States. It processes crude oil into petroleum products under EPA CAA Refinery MACT regulations.
HollyFrontier El Dorado Refining is an operational oil refinery located at 1401 Douglas Rd, El Dorado, Kansas, in Butler County. The facility is part of the United States refining sector, which is regulated under the EPA Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards for emissions control and BSEE for offshore operations, though this inland facility focuses on onshore compliance. The refinery operates under NAICS code 324110, indicating petroleum refining. Typical refineries in this region range from small to medium scale. The facility is subject to federal and state environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, which govern air emissions and wastewater discharge. As an operational refinery in Kansas, HollyFrontier El Dorado Refining contributes to the regional fuel supply and economic activity. Its location in the Midcontinent region positions it to serve local markets and connect to pipeline networks. The facility's environmental impact is managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The refinery is situated in an inland area of Kansas, reducing the risk of coastal oil spills but still posing potential risks to local air and water quality. Refining operations involve complex processes that can emit volatile organic compounds and other pollutants. The facility must comply with EPA regulations to minimize environmental impact, including the Refinery MACT standards for hazardous air pollutants.
Frequently asked questions
HollyFrontier El Dorado Refining is located at 1401 Douglas Rd, El Dorado, Kansas, United States.
It is an operational oil refinery that processes crude oil into petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
Specific capacity data is not publicly available, but refineries in this region typically have capacities ranging from 50,000 to 150,000 barrels per day.
The refinery must comply with the EPA Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards, Clean Water Act, and other federal and state environmental regulations.
The facility is owned by HollyFrontier Corporation, a major US refining company.
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