Overview
Diversified Production LLC operates the Richert Farms 23 11 17 1H Station, an oil extraction facility near Bessie, Oklahoma. The site is operational and supports regional crude oil production.
The Diversified Production LLC / Richert Farms 23 11 17 1H Station is an oil extraction facility located near Bessie, Oklahoma, in Washita County. This operational site is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the United States, contributing to domestic crude oil supply. Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma typically operate under state and federal regulations, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for oil and natural gas production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, with typical operations involving drilling, well completion, and production. The facility's location in western Oklahoma places it within the Anadarko Basin, a region known for substantial oil and gas reserves. Its operational status supports local energy production and economic activity, with crude oil transported via pipeline or truck to refineries for processing.
Environmental context
Oil extraction in Oklahoma involves potential environmental considerations such as groundwater protection, air emissions from equipment and flaring, and land disturbance from well pads and access roads. The facility's proximity to agricultural areas may require careful management of produced water and spill prevention. Regulatory oversight includes EPA's Clean Air Act regulations for volatile organic compounds and state-level rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Bessie, Oklahoma, in Washita County, approximately 0.20 miles northeast of Highway 183 and E1110 Road.
This facility is an oil extraction station that produces crude oil from wells, with operations including drilling, completion, and production activities typical of the oil and gas industry.
The facility is operated by Diversified Production LLC, a company involved in oil and gas extraction in the United States.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the EPA, including Clean Air Act standards for emissions and state rules for well construction and water management.
Oil extraction can affect local air quality through emissions from equipment and flaring, and water resources through produced water management. Operators must comply with spill prevention and groundwater protection regulations.
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