Daniel B Fugazzi / Joan 1 16H - Oil Extraction Facility in Billings, Oklahoma

Daniel B Fugazzi / Joan 1 16H is an oil extraction facility located in Billings, Noble County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and engages in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, as classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. Its location in the Mid-Continent oil region places it within a mature petroleum province with extensive infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in Oklahoma is subject to state-level permitting and federal environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. Typical extraction methods in the region involve conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing, depending on the formation. As a small-scale extraction site, the facility contributes to local oil production in Noble County. The surrounding area is primarily agricultural and rural, with the facility's operations integrated into the broader supply chain of crude oil gathering and processing. The facility's environmental context includes potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, managed through regulatory compliance and best practices.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Noble County, Oklahoma, characterized by agricultural land and scattered oil wells. The local environment includes shallow aquifers that may be sensitive to contamination from drilling fluids or produced water. Air emissions from engines and flaring are typical concerns. Regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and EPA ensures adherence to spill prevention and air quality standards.