Overview
Continental Resources Williams County ND is an operational oil extraction facility in Tioga, North Dakota. It supports crude oil production in the Williston Basin, a key region for U.S. energy output.
Continental Resources Williams County ND is an oil extraction facility located at 10433 67th St NW, Tioga, North Dakota, within the prolific Williston Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's significant crude oil production, which has driven economic growth in Williams County and the broader Bakken shale play. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas and state-level North Dakota Industrial Commission rules. Typical extraction methods in this area involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, with produced water management and flaring reduction being key operational considerations. As part of Continental Resources' extensive network in North Dakota, this facility plays a role in maintaining U.S. energy independence. The surrounding area is characterized by agricultural land and prairie ecosystems, with oil infrastructure integrated into the rural landscape. The facility's output supports downstream refining and petrochemical industries.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Bakken shale formation, where oil extraction involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. Local environmental considerations include water usage for fracturing, potential groundwater contamination risks, and methane emissions from production and flaring. The region experiences cold winters and semi-arid conditions, which influence operational practices and spill response planning. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality addresses air quality, water protection, and waste management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 10433 67th St NW, Tioga, North Dakota 58852, in Williams County, within the Bakken shale region.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Bakken formation using horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing techniques.
The facility is operated by Continental Resources, a major independent oil and gas company focused on the Bakken and other U.S. shale plays.
The facility must comply with EPA regulations such as the New Source Performance Standards for oil and gas, as well as North Dakota state rules on air emissions, water management, and waste disposal.
Oil extraction in North Dakota involves water use, potential groundwater impacts, methane emissions, and land disturbance. Operators are required to implement best management practices to minimize these effects.
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