EOG Resources, Inc. - Edison Ruby CR Org Pad | Oil Extraction Facility in Leesville, Ohio

EOG Resources, Inc. - Edison Ruby CR Org Pad is an oil extraction facility located in Leesville, Carroll County, Ohio, United States. The facility is operational and focuses on crude petroleum extraction, classified under NAICS code 211120. This site is part of the broader oil and gas operations in the Appalachian Basin, a region known for its shale oil and gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. Oil extraction in Ohio is subject to state-level oversight by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. As part of EOG Resources' portfolio, this pad contributes to domestic oil production, supporting local energy supply and economic activity. The facility's location in rural Carroll County minimizes direct urban impact but requires careful management of water resources and waste disposal to protect local ecosystems and groundwater.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Carroll County, Ohio, within the Appalachian Basin. The local environment includes mixed forests and agricultural lands, with water resources that require protection from potential contamination. Oil extraction activities involve risks such as groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing fluids and produced water, as well as air emissions from equipment. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and ODNR aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring requirements.