EOG Resources, Inc. - Bailey 35-12-4 Pad: Oil Extraction Facility in Carrollton, Ohio

EOG Resources, Inc. - Bailey 35-12-4 Pad is an operational oil extraction facility located at 2160 Park Road off Township Highway 335 in Carrollton, Carroll County, Ohio. The facility is part of the broader Utica Shale development in the Appalachian Basin, a region known for its unconventional oil and gas resources. As a pad site, it supports multiple wells for efficient extraction and reduced surface footprint. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions control and the Clean Water Act (CWA) for produced water management. The site's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for shale oil operations. EOG Resources employs advanced hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies to maximize recovery from the Utica Shale. The Bailey 35-12-4 Pad contributes to Ohio's oil production, which supports local energy supply and economic activity. The facility's location in a rural area minimizes direct community impact, but operations involve truck traffic, water usage, and potential air emissions. EOG Resources follows industry best practices for well integrity and spill prevention to mitigate environmental risks.

The facility is situated in Carroll County, Ohio, within the Appalachian Basin, an area with a mix of agricultural and forested land. Oil extraction activities can affect local water resources through potential spills or improper wastewater disposal. The region's geology includes the Utica Shale, which requires hydraulic fracturing, raising concerns about groundwater contamination and induced seismicity. Air emissions from equipment and flaring may impact local air quality. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and ODNR aims to minimize these impacts through permitting and monitoring.