Overview
BCE MACH LLC / ELIZABETH 2 27 13 1H is an oil extraction facility located near Alva, Oklahoma, United States. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
BCE MACH LLC / ELIZABETH 2 27 13 1H is an oil extraction facility situated in Woods County, Oklahoma, approximately 0.36 miles northwest of the intersection of E0120 and N2500 Roads near Alva. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), reflecting its role in upstream hydrocarbon production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations and state-level regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Typical oil extraction in this region involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations, with production rates varying based on well characteristics. As part of the broader oil infrastructure in Oklahoma, this facility contributes to the state's significant crude oil output. The environmental context includes potential impacts on local air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions, as well as water usage and disposal considerations associated with hydraulic fracturing. Regulatory compliance and best practices are essential to mitigate these risks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with active oil extraction, where environmental considerations include air emissions from equipment and flaring, water usage for hydraulic fracturing, and management of produced water. The Oklahoma Corporation Commission oversees well integrity and waste disposal to protect groundwater. Nearby ecosystems may be affected by habitat fragmentation and potential spills, requiring adherence to spill prevention and response plans.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 0.36 miles northwest of the intersection of E0120 and N2500 Roads near Alva, Oklahoma, in Woods County.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational.
Facilities must comply with EPA NSPS for oil and gas, Oklahoma Corporation Commission rules for well construction and waste management, and federal Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act requirements.
Key concerns include air emissions (VOCs, methane), water usage and disposal, groundwater protection, and spill prevention. Operators implement best practices and regulatory compliance to mitigate these impacts.
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