CHESAPEAKE OPERATING LLC / FANCHER 1 24 PAD - Oil Extraction Facility in Butler, Oklahoma

CHESAPEAKE OPERATING LLC / FANCHER 1 24 PAD is an oil extraction facility located in Butler, Custer County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and engaged in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. Its location in the Anadarko Basin places it within a prolific hydrocarbon-producing region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in Oklahoma is subject to EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including 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 region include conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing. As part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in Oklahoma, this facility contributes to the state's significant crude oil production, which supports downstream refining and petrochemical industries. The facility's pad design allows for efficient multi-well development, reducing surface disturbance and enabling centralized production operations. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy supply and economic activity.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of western Oklahoma, characterized by mixed-grass prairie and agricultural land. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, as well as potential groundwater contamination from produced water and hydraulic fracturing fluids. The proximity to the Washita River watershed necessitates careful management of surface water runoff and spill prevention. Regulatory compliance with EPA's NSPS and state rules helps mitigate these environmental risks.