EOG Resources, Inc - Timberwolf CTB Oil Extraction Facility, Malvern, Ohio

EOG Resources, Inc - Timberwolf CTB is an operational oil extraction facility located at 8111 Licking Rd. NW, Malvern, Carroll County, Ohio, United States. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. As part of EOG Resources' operations, it plays a role in the domestic oil supply chain. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies. Oil extraction in Ohio typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing in the Utica Shale formation. The facility's scale is consistent with regional operations, contributing to Ohio's position as a significant oil-producing state. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities include groundwater protection, air emissions management, and waste disposal. The Timberwolf CTB facility is subject to regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. Its location in rural Carroll County minimizes direct impact on densely populated areas, but local ecosystems and water resources require careful management.

The facility is situated in Carroll County, Ohio, an area underlain by the Utica Shale formation. Oil extraction here involves hydraulic fracturing, which raises concerns about groundwater contamination and induced seismicity. The region's rural character means that surface spills could affect agricultural land and local waterways. Regulatory oversight by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the EPA aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring.