Overview
Continental Resources Cone County MT is an oil extraction facility in Sidney, Montana, United States. It operates within the Williston Basin, a major oil-producing region.
Continental Resources Cone County MT is an oil extraction facility located at 704 34th Ave NW, Sidney, Montana, in Richland County. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, focusing on crude oil production from the Williston Basin, which includes the Bakken formation. As an operational site, it contributes to the region's energy output. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, which govern emissions and water management for oil extraction sites. Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and production, with technologies such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling common in the area. The NAICS code 211120 indicates crude petroleum extraction. Environmental considerations for this facility include groundwater protection, air quality management, and land use impacts. The site's location in Montana's agricultural region requires careful handling of produced water and drilling fluids to prevent contamination. The facility's role in the Bakken play underscores its significance in domestic oil production and energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Williston Basin, a region with cold winters and semi-arid conditions. Oil extraction here involves managing produced water, which is often saline and requires proper disposal or treatment. Air emissions from drilling and production include volatile organic compounds and methane, regulated under EPA standards. The area's agricultural land use necessitates careful spill prevention and groundwater monitoring to protect local water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 704 34th Ave NW, Sidney, Montana 59270, in Richland County, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Williston Basin, including the Bakken formation, using drilling and completion techniques.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to oil production in Montana.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act for emissions and the Clean Water Act for water discharges, as well as state-level rules in Montana.
The Williston Basin is a major oil-producing region in the U.S., known for the Bakken shale formation, which has driven significant domestic oil production through advanced drilling technologies.
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