MEWBOURNE OIL CO Joe Don 29 20 OB 1H and Sally Jaree 32 5 Oil Extraction Facilities, Arapaho, Oklahoma

MEWBOURNE OIL CO operates the Joe Don 29 20 OB 1H and Sally Jaree 32 5 oil extraction facilities in Ellis County, Oklahoma, near the town of Arapaho. These facilities are part of the broader oil extraction sector in the United States, which is regulated under the EPA's Clean Air Act and various state-level environmental agencies. The sites are located in a region with a long history of oil and gas production, contributing to the local economy and energy supply. The facilities operate under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. Typical oil extraction operations in Oklahoma involve conventional and unconventional methods, including horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. The regulatory framework includes federal oversight from the EPA and state oversight from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, which manages permitting and environmental compliance. The environmental significance of these facilities lies in their potential impact on local air and water resources. Oil extraction activities can involve emissions of volatile organic compounds and greenhouse gases, as well as risks of spills or groundwater contamination. The facilities are situated in a rural area, which may reduce direct population exposure but still requires adherence to best management practices to minimize ecological disruption.

The facilities are located in Ellis County, Oklahoma, a semi-arid region with mixed grasslands and agricultural land. Oil extraction in this area can affect local air quality through emissions from drilling and production equipment, and water resources through potential contamination of groundwater or surface water. The region's geology includes the Anadarko Basin, a major oil-producing area, which presents both opportunities and challenges for environmental management. Spill risks and waste disposal are key concerns, regulated under state and federal guidelines.