Gulfport Midcon LLC / North Cheyenne D - Oil Extraction Facility in Alex, Oklahoma

Gulfport Midcon LLC / North Cheyenne D is an oil extraction facility situated in Grady County, Oklahoma, approximately 0.55 miles north of the intersection of E1510 and N2910 roads near the town of Alex. The facility is currently operational and is part of the broader oil and gas extraction sector in the United States, specifically focusing on crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as indicated by its NAICS codes. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level regulations in Oklahoma. Oil extraction activities in the region are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and Clean Water Act (CWA) requirements, including permits for air emissions and stormwater discharge. The Oklahoma Corporation Commission oversees well permitting and production reporting. Typical extraction methods in this area involve conventional drilling and hydraulic fracturing, with production from formations such as the Anadarko Basin. The facility contributes to the local and regional energy supply, supporting downstream refining and distribution networks. Its location in Grady County places it within a region with significant oil and gas infrastructure, including pipelines and processing plants. 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 a region with active oil and gas extraction, which can impact local water resources through potential groundwater contamination and surface water runoff. Air emissions from extraction activities, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under the EPA's CAA. The site's proximity to agricultural land and rural communities necessitates careful management of noise, dust, and traffic. Spill prevention and response plans are critical to protect soil and water quality.