GREAT HORNED OWLS LLC / VELMA 3 7H - Oil Extraction Facility in Camargo, Oklahoma

GREAT HORNED OWLS LLC / VELMA 3 7H is an oil extraction facility located in Camargo, Dewey County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and engages in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. It is situated in a region known for its oil and gas production, contributing to the local energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations such as the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction activities in Oklahoma are subject to state-level oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Typical extraction methods in the region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access oil and gas reserves. The facility's location in Dewey County places it within the Anadarko Basin, a prolific oil and gas producing area. Its operations support local employment and energy supply, while being part of a broader network of extraction sites in the region. The environmental context includes potential impacts on local water resources and air quality, managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

The facility is located in the Anadarko Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas extraction history. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on groundwater from hydraulic fracturing and produced water management, as well as air emissions from drilling and production activities. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permits and monitoring programs.