KIEFEL 4-6 PAD Oil Extraction Facility, Tioga, North Dakota

KIEFEL 4-6 PAD is an oil extraction facility located at 10433 67th St NW, Tioga, North Dakota, within Williams County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production activities, part of the broader Bakken shale formation in the Williston Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the North Dakota Industrial Commission. Oil extraction in this region typically involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, with produced water management and flaring regulations. The NAICS code 211120 indicates crude petroleum extraction. This facility is part of a dense network of extraction pads in Williams County, which is a key area for U.S. oil production. The environmental context includes management of produced water, air emissions from flaring, and potential impacts on local groundwater. The facility's role is significant for local energy supply and economic activity.

The facility is situated in the Bakken shale region, where oil extraction involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. Key environmental considerations include management of produced water, which is often reinjected or disposed of in deep wells, and air emissions from flaring of associated natural gas. The area experiences cold winters and semi-arid conditions, with potential impacts on soil and water resources from spills or leaks. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies addresses these risks through permitting and monitoring requirements.