Overview
Continental Resources operates the Galvin 7 27 22 15XHW oil extraction facility near Alex, Oklahoma. This operational site contributes to the region's crude oil production under U.S. regulatory oversight.
The Continental Resources / Galvin 7 27 22 15XHW is an oil extraction facility located approximately 0.17 miles southeast of the intersection of N2970 and E1410 roads in Grady County, near Alex, Oklahoma. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction, reflecting its role in upstream oil production. As an oil extraction site in the United States, this facility operates under federal and state regulations including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as Oklahoma Corporation Commission rules for oil and gas operations. Typical extraction methods in this region involve conventional vertical or horizontal drilling, with production directed to local gathering systems and pipelines. The facility is part of Continental Resources' portfolio in the Anadarko Basin, a major oil-producing region. Its output contributes to the domestic crude supply chain, supporting refineries and downstream markets. The site's location in a rural agricultural area means local environmental considerations include groundwater protection and surface water management.
Environmental context
Oil extraction facilities in Grady County operate within the Anadarko Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas activity. Potential environmental impacts include groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, air emissions from equipment and flaring, and surface disturbance. Regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and EPA aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 0.17 miles southeast of the intersection of N2970 and E1410 roads near Alex, Oklahoma, in Grady County.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum, operating under NAICS code 211120.
The facility is operated by Continental Resources, a major independent oil and gas company focused on the Anadarko Basin.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the U.S. EPA, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-specific rules for drilling, production, and waste management.
Potential impacts include groundwater contamination, air emissions, and surface disturbance. Regulatory frameworks require permits and monitoring to minimize these effects.
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