EOG Resources Inc. / Sturgell CTB Production Facility - Oil Extraction in Blanchard, Oklahoma

The EOG Resources Inc. / Sturgell CTB Production Facility is an oil extraction plant located in Blanchard, McClain County, Oklahoma, United States. It is part of the broader oil and gas production network in the Anadarko Basin, a region known for its hydrocarbon reserves. The facility is operational and contributes to the domestic crude oil supply. As an oil extraction facility, it operates under the regulatory oversight of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including the Refinery MACT standards, apply to associated processing equipment. The facility's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is primarily engaged in crude petroleum extraction, typically involving wellhead operations and initial separation of oil, gas, and water. The Sturgell CTB Production Facility plays a role in the local economy and energy supply chain. Its location in rural McClain County reflects the typical siting of extraction facilities near resource deposits. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air and water quality.

Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma operate in a region with significant oil and gas activity, which can pose risks of groundwater contamination from produced water and spills. The facility's proximity to Buffalo Creek raises considerations for surface water protection. Regulatory frameworks such as the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule and the Clean Water Act govern spill prevention and response. The site's environmental context includes the potential for air emissions from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, which are regulated under the EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for the oil and gas sector.