Continental Resources / Nabors 1 33 28XH - Oil Extraction Facility in Alex, Oklahoma

Continental Resources / Nabors 1 33 28XH is an operational oil extraction facility located in Alex, McClain County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is situated in a region with a long history of oil and gas production, part of the larger Anadarko Basin. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the domestic crude petroleum supply. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). In the United States, oil extraction is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level agencies like the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Typical extraction methods include drilling and hydraulic fracturing, common in the region. The facility's location in rural Oklahoma reflects the dispersed nature of oil extraction in the United States. Its operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting local employment and energy supply. The environmental context includes potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

Oil extraction in Oklahoma occurs in a region with sensitive groundwater resources and diverse ecosystems. The facility's operations may involve hydraulic fracturing, which requires careful management of water use and wastewater disposal. Air emissions from drilling and production equipment are regulated under the Clean Air Act. Spill prevention and response plans are critical to protect local soil and water quality.