Overview
Continental Resources operates an oil extraction facility in Sidney, Montana, within the Bakken shale region. The facility is operational and contributes to the state's crude oil production.
Continental Resources Sheridan County MT is an oil extraction facility located at 704 34th Ave NW, Sidney, Montana, in Richland County. The facility is operational and is part of the Bakken shale play, a major oil-producing region in the United States. As an oil extraction site, it focuses on crude petroleum production, classified under NAICS code 211120. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level regulations from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality. Typical oil extraction operations in this region involve hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, with produced water management and flaring controls. The Bakken formation has significantly boosted U.S. oil production, and facilities like this one play a key role in energy supply. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection, air emissions from flaring, and land use impacts. The facility's location in a rural area near the Yellowstone River requires adherence to spill prevention and response protocols.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Bakken shale region, where oil extraction involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. Key environmental concerns include groundwater contamination risks from fracturing fluids, air emissions from flaring and equipment, and potential spills during production and transport. The nearby Yellowstone River adds sensitivity to water quality and spill response. Regulatory oversight includes EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and state-level groundwater protection programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 704 34th Ave NW, Sidney, Montana 59270, in Richland County.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum, operating in the Bakken shale formation.
The Bakken shale is a major oil-producing formation in the Williston Basin, spanning Montana and North Dakota. It has driven significant U.S. oil production growth through hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and SPCC rules, as well as Montana state environmental laws.
Risks include groundwater contamination from fracturing, air emissions from flaring, and spills during production or transport. The region's cold climate and proximity to rivers require robust containment and response measures.
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