BONNEVILLE 4-6 BRIDGER 4-11 CTB Oil Extraction Facility, Killdeer, North Dakota

BONNEVILLE 4-6 BRIDGER 4-11 CTB is an oil extraction facility located at 1459 Bishop Ave., Killdeer, Dunn County, North Dakota. The facility is part of the Bakken shale play, one of the largest oil fields in the United States, and contributes to the region's significant crude oil production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the North Dakota Industrial Commission. Oil extraction in North Dakota typically involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, with produced water management and air emissions controls required under state and federal rules. The NAICS code 211120 indicates crude petroleum extraction. As an operational oil extraction site, the facility plays a role in the local economy and energy supply. Its environmental context includes the semi-arid prairie ecosystem of western North Dakota, where water usage and potential spills are key concerns. The facility's location in Dunn County places it within a region with high oil and gas activity.

The facility is situated in the Bakken shale region, where oil extraction involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. Key environmental considerations include water usage for fracturing, potential groundwater contamination from spills or leaks, and air emissions from flaring and equipment. The semi-arid climate and sensitive prairie ecosystems require careful management of produced water and waste to minimize ecological impact.