Overview
BAKER HUGHES OILFIELD OPERATIONS INC - BAKER OIL TOOKS KENAI is a stormwater outfall in Nikiski, Alaska, serving an industrial oilfield catchment. It operates under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
BAKER HUGHES OILFIELD OPERATIONS INC - BAKER OIL TOOKS KENAI is a stormwater outfall located at 51950 Old Nikiski Beach Road in Nikiski, Alaska, within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial oilfield operations site, discharging into local waterways. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities regulated under the US Clean Water Act. The facility operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs stormwater discharges from industrial activities. Given its location in Alaska, the facility must comply with both federal EPA regulations and state-level water quality standards. Stormwater outfalls like this one typically employ best management practices (BMPs) such as sedimentation basins, oil-water separators, and erosion controls to mitigate pollutant loads. This outfall serves an industrial catchment in a region with significant oil and gas activity. The Kenai Peninsula's sensitive aquatic ecosystems, including salmon-bearing streams, require careful management of stormwater runoff to prevent contamination. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with permit conditions, contributing to local water quality protection and community environmental health.
Environmental context
The Kenai Peninsula in Alaska features pristine coastal and freshwater ecosystems, including critical salmon habitats. Stormwater runoff from industrial oilfield operations poses risks of hydrocarbon and sediment pollution. The facility's discharge must meet stringent water quality standards to protect these sensitive environments, particularly during snowmelt and heavy rainfall events.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 51950 Old Nikiski Beach Road, Nikiski, Alaska 99635, in the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an industrial oilfield operations site, discharging into local waterways under an NPDES permit.
The facility is regulated under the US Clean Water Act through the NPDES program, specifically for industrial stormwater discharges. It must comply with EPA and Alaska state water quality standards.
Stormwater outfalls use best management practices like sedimentation basins and oil-water separators to remove pollutants before discharge, protecting sensitive aquatic habitats such as salmon streams in the Kenai Peninsula.
Alaska's pristine ecosystems require strict stormwater controls to prevent contamination from oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act and preserving water quality for wildlife and communities.
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