EOG Resources, Inc. - Bears NB Buf Pad: Oil Extraction Facility in Sarahsville, Ohio

EOG Resources, Inc. - Bears NB Buf Pad is an operational oil extraction facility located at 52695 Old Infirmary Rd (CR 21) in Sarahsville, Noble County, Ohio. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil and gas infrastructure, focusing on the extraction of crude oil and natural gas from the Appalachian Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for water discharges. As an oil extraction site, it employs standard drilling and production technologies typical of the region, such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, to access hydrocarbons from the Utica Shale formation. The Bears NB Buf Pad contributes to the local economy and energy supply in southeastern Ohio. Its operations are subject to state and federal oversight to manage environmental impacts, including air emissions, water usage, and waste disposal. The facility's location in a rural area with low population density reduces some community exposure risks.

The facility is situated in the Appalachian Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas activity. Local environmental concerns include potential groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing fluids and produced water, air emissions from drilling and production equipment, and habitat fragmentation. The area's geology and hydrology require careful management to protect water resources. Regulatory compliance with Ohio Department of Natural Resources and EPA standards is critical for mitigating these impacts.