Overview
LATIGO OIL AND GAS INC / SEAMAN 1 11H 1 14H is an oil extraction facility in Balko, Oklahoma, USA. It operates under NAICS code 211120, representing crude petroleum extraction.
LATIGO OIL AND GAS INC / SEAMAN 1 11H 1 14H is an operational oil extraction facility located in Balko, Beaver County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is situated in the Anadarko Basin, a prolific oil and gas region, and operates under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in this region typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The facility's scale is consistent with regional operations, contributing to Oklahoma's significant crude oil production. As part of the U.S. oil infrastructure, this facility plays a role in meeting domestic energy demand. Its location in a rural area of the Oklahoma Panhandle minimizes direct population exposure, though local environmental considerations include water usage and potential impacts on groundwater. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing environmental risks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the semi-arid High Plains region of Oklahoma, where water resources are limited. Oil extraction activities, particularly hydraulic fracturing, require significant water volumes, which can strain local aquifers. Additionally, the potential for spills or leaks poses risks to soil and groundwater. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Balko, Beaver County, Oklahoma, United States, at approximately 0.2 miles northeast of the intersection of E0250 and N1195 roads.
This facility is engaged in oil extraction, specifically crude petroleum extraction under NAICS code 211120. It produces crude oil from underground reservoirs.
The facility is currently operational.
The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Specific requirements may include permits for air emissions, water discharge, and well construction.
Common concerns include water usage for hydraulic fracturing, potential groundwater contamination from spills or leaks, air emissions from equipment, and land disturbance. Regulatory measures aim to minimize these impacts through monitoring and best practices.
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