Overview
BCE MACH LLC / EVA MAE 9-24-11 1H STA is an oil extraction facility located near Carmen, Oklahoma. It operates under US federal and state regulations for oil and gas production.
BCE MACH LLC / EVA MAE 9-24-11 1H STA is an oil extraction facility located in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, near the town of Carmen. The facility is operational and engages in crude oil extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. It is situated in a region with a long history of oil and gas production, part of the Mid-Continent oil province. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in Oklahoma is subject to EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations, as well as state-level rules for well construction, production, and waste management. Typical extraction methods in this area include horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, which are common for accessing tight oil formations. The facility contributes to local oil production, supporting regional energy supply and economic activity. Its location in a rural area with agricultural land use means that environmental management focuses on minimizing surface disturbance and protecting groundwater. The facility's scale is typical for a single-well or multi-well pad in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of north-central Oklahoma, characterized by agricultural land and a semi-arid climate. Oil extraction in this region involves potential risks such as groundwater contamination from drilling fluids or produced water, and air emissions from equipment and flaring. The proximity to agricultural operations necessitates careful management of surface spills and waste disposal to protect soil and water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 0.36 miles east of the intersection of N2590 and E0300 Road, near Carmen, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs. The facility is operational and uses typical extraction methods for the region.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the US EPA. Operators must comply with state rules on well construction, production, and waste management, as well as federal air quality standards under the Clean Air Act.
Environmental considerations include managing produced water, preventing spills, controlling air emissions from equipment, and protecting groundwater. The facility's rural location requires careful integration with agricultural land use.
Facilities in Alfalfa County range from single-well pads to multi-well sites, often using horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. Production volumes vary, but many are considered small to medium in the context of US oil fields.
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