Oil Extraction Operational

MEWBOURNE OIL CO / DEAN 9 AP 2HC - Oil Extraction Facility near Camargo, Oklahoma

CAMARGO, Oklahoma, United States

Overview

MEWBOURNE OIL CO / DEAN 9 AP 2HC is an oil extraction facility located near Camargo, Oklahoma, United States. It operates in Dewey County, contributing to the region's oil production.

MEWBOURNE OIL CO / DEAN 9 AP 2HC is an operational oil extraction facility situated approximately 0.33 miles west of the intersection of N2120 and E0720 roads near Camargo, Oklahoma. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, which is regulated under federal and state environmental laws. The facility operates under NAICS code 211120, which covers oil and gas extraction. In the United States, oil extraction activities are subject to regulations such as the Clean Air Act (including Refinery MACT for downstream processes) and the Clean Water Act. State-level regulations in Oklahoma also apply, focusing on well construction, waste management, and spill prevention. As an oil extraction site, this facility plays a role in the local and national energy supply. Its location in rural Oklahoma places it within a region with a long history of oil production. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the area's economic activity and energy infrastructure.

Environmental context

The facility is located in a rural area of western Oklahoma, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Oil extraction in this region can impact local water resources and air quality. Spills or leaks from extraction operations pose risks to soil and groundwater. Regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the EPA helps mitigate these risks through permitting and inspection programs.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located approximately 0.33 miles west of the intersection of N2120 and E0720 roads near Camargo, Oklahoma, in Dewey County.

It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs. The facility is currently operational.

The facility is associated with Mewbourne Oil Company, a prominent oil and gas producer in the United States.

Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state rules on well construction and waste management.

Oil extraction can affect local air quality, water resources, and soil. Spills and leaks are potential risks. Regulatory oversight aims to minimize these impacts through permits, inspections, and best management practices.

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