Overview
BCE MACH LLC / ALMOND 1 22H STATION is an oil extraction facility located near Capron, Oklahoma, United States. It operates in Woods County, contributing to the region's oil production.
BCE MACH LLC / ALMOND 1 22H STATION is an oil extraction facility located near Capron, Oklahoma, in the United States. The facility is situated in Woods County, a region with active oil and gas operations. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream oil sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in this region typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access hydrocarbons from the Anadarko Basin. The facility's operational status suggests it is actively producing crude oil and natural gas liquids. As part of the U.S. oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to domestic energy production. Its location in a rural area minimizes direct urban impact but requires adherence to state and federal environmental regulations, including spill prevention and groundwater protection measures. The facility's output supports downstream refining and petrochemical industries.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Southern Great Plains, a region with semi-arid climate and sensitive groundwater resources. Oil extraction activities pose risks of soil and water contamination from spills or improper waste disposal. The area is also prone to seismic activity related to wastewater injection, a concern for local communities. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Capron, Oklahoma, in Woods County, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility, involved in the production of crude petroleum and natural gas liquids.
The facility is currently operational.
Facilities must comply with U.S. EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission regarding drilling and production.
Potential concerns include groundwater contamination, air emissions, and induced seismicity from wastewater injection. Operators are required to implement spill prevention and monitoring programs.
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