Continental Resources Burke County ND Oil Extraction Facility, Tioga, North Dakota

Continental Resources Burke County ND is an oil extraction facility located at 10433 67th St NW, Tioga, North Dakota, in Williams County. The plant operates in the Williston Basin, a major oil-producing region in the United States, and is part of Continental Resources' upstream operations. The facility contributes to the extraction of crude oil from the Bakken formation, a key shale play. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including EPA Clean Air Act standards and North Dakota Industrial Commission rules for oil and gas extraction. Typical extraction methods in this region involve hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, with produced water management and flaring controls. The NAICS code 211120 indicates support activities for oil and gas operations. The plant's operational status and location in a prolific basin underscore its role in domestic energy production. The facility supports local employment and economic activity in Tioga and Williams County. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air quality management, typical for oil extraction in the region.

The facility is situated in the Williston Basin, a semi-arid region with cold winters and sensitive prairie ecosystems. Oil extraction here involves risks of groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing and surface spills. Air emissions from flaring and equipment contribute to local air quality concerns. The region's low population density and agricultural land use require careful management of produced water and waste.