HUGHES 17/8 ML #1H Oil Extraction Facility, Arapaho, Oklahoma

HUGHES 17/8 ML #1H is an oil extraction facility located in Arapaho, Custer County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader Mid-Continent oil province. Oklahoma has a long history of oil extraction, with many wells operating across the state. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. The EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act set standards for emissions and discharges, while state regulations govern drilling and production practices. The facility's NAICS codes (211120 and 211130) indicate it is involved in both crude petroleum extraction and natural gas extraction, suggesting it may produce associated gas. Oil extraction facilities like this one play a key role in meeting domestic energy demand. The facility's location in rural Oklahoma means it supports local employment and contributes to the state's economy. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and proper management of produced water, which is typical for oil extraction operations in the region.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Oklahoma, where oil extraction activities must manage water resources carefully. Produced water from oil wells is often reinjected into deep formations to prevent contamination of freshwater aquifers. The region's geology includes the Anadarko Basin, which has a history of oil and gas production. Spill prevention and groundwater monitoring are key environmental practices at such facilities.