Overview
Hilcorp Alaska, LLC operates the Milne Point Unit C-Pad oil extraction facility on Alaska's North Slope. This operational site contributes to the region's crude oil production.
Hilcorp Alaska, LLC operates the Milne Point Unit C-Pad, an oil extraction facility located in the North Slope Borough of Alaska, United States. The facility is part of the larger Milne Point Unit, a key production area in the state's prolific petroleum region. As an operational oil extraction site, it plays a role in the domestic energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. Oil extraction on the North Slope is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) regulations for offshore operations, though this facility is onshore. Typical extraction methods in this region involve drilling and processing crude oil before transport via pipeline. The Milne Point Unit C-Pad is situated in an environmentally sensitive Arctic region, where operations must contend with permafrost, fragile tundra, and wildlife habitats. The facility's significance lies in its contribution to Alaska's oil output, supporting local employment and state revenue. Its operational practices are designed to minimize ecological impact while maintaining production efficiency.
Environmental context
The facility is located on Alaska's North Slope, an Arctic ecosystem characterized by permafrost, tundra, and diverse wildlife including caribou and migratory birds. Oil extraction in this region poses risks of spills and habitat disturbance, requiring stringent containment and monitoring measures. The remote location also presents logistical challenges for spill response and waste management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Milne Point Unit on the North Slope of Alaska, near the Beaufort Sea coast.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Milne Point oil field, processing it for transport via the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System.
The facility is operated by Hilcorp Alaska, LLC, a subsidiary of Hilcorp Energy Company.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as Alaska state environmental laws specific to oil and gas operations.
Extraction activities can affect permafrost stability, wildlife habitats, and water quality. Operators implement measures such as ice roads, spill prevention plans, and wildlife monitoring to mitigate impacts.
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