Overview
BCE MACH LLC operates the Orvel 6 27 11 1H and Ruth Knopf 7 27 1 oil extraction facility near Burlington, Oklahoma. This operational site is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure.
BCE MACH LLC operates the Orvel 6 27 11 1H and Ruth Knopf 7 27 1 oil extraction facility near Burlington, Oklahoma. The facility is located in Alfalfa County and is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on hydrocarbon production. As an oil extraction site in the United States, this facility operates under federal and state regulations, including EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act requirements for oil and gas operations. Oklahoma's oil fields are part of the Mid-Continent region, known for conventional and unconventional production. The facility's scale is typical for small to medium extraction operations in the area. The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity in rural Oklahoma. Its operational status ensures continued production, supporting downstream refining and distribution networks. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air emissions management, common for extraction sites in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, where agriculture and oil extraction coexist. Local environmental concerns include potential groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, as well as air emissions from equipment and flaring. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on aquifers necessitate careful water management. Regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and EPA helps mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Burlington, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.1 mile west of the intersection of N2580 and E0120 roads.
This facility extracts crude petroleum and natural gas liquids, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is operated by BCE MACH LLC, a company involved in oil and gas extraction in Oklahoma.
Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma must comply with federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules enforced by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission regarding drilling, production, and environmental protection.
Oil extraction in rural Oklahoma can impact local water resources through potential contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, and air quality through emissions. Operators are required to implement mitigation measures and obtain permits to minimize these effects.
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