Continental Resources / McBryde FIU 2 23 26XHW - Oil Extraction Facility in Alex, Oklahoma

Continental Resources / McBryde FIU 2 23 26XHW is an oil extraction facility located in Alex, Grady County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and engaged in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, classified under NAICS code 211120. As part of the broader oil infrastructure in Oklahoma, it contributes to the state's significant hydrocarbon production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and water discharges from oil extraction activities. The facility's operations are typical of onshore oil extraction in the region, utilizing conventional drilling and production techniques. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its location within Oklahoma's oil-producing region. The facility's operations are subject to spill prevention and response plans under the Oil Pollution Prevention regulations. Its proximity to water bodies like Laflin Creek necessitates careful management of produced water and potential runoff to protect local water quality.

The facility is situated in Grady County, Oklahoma, an area with active oil extraction. The local environment includes agricultural land and water bodies such as Laflin Creek. Oil extraction activities pose risks of soil and water contamination from spills or leaks of crude oil and produced water. Regulatory requirements under the Clean Water Act and state rules mandate spill prevention and control measures to mitigate these risks.