PGP Operating LLC - Big Sandy Creek 1 Oil Extraction Facility in Duncanville, Alabama

PGP Operating LLC - Big Sandy Creek 1 is an oil extraction facility situated on Indian Creek Road in Duncanville, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers the extraction of crude petroleum. As part of the United States' oil infrastructure, it contributes to the domestic production of crude oil, a key energy resource. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction activities in Alabama are subject to state-level regulations administered by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). Typical operations involve drilling and well maintenance, with associated equipment such as pumps, separators, and storage tanks. Located in the Black Warrior Basin region, the facility is part of a historically productive area for oil and gas. The environmental context includes proximity to the Black Warrior River watershed, which requires careful management of produced water and potential spill risks. The facility's role in the local economy includes providing energy resources and supporting employment in Tuscaloosa County.

The facility is situated in the Black Warrior Basin, a region with a history of oil and gas extraction. The local environment includes forested areas and the Black Warrior River watershed, which necessitates careful management of produced water and potential hydrocarbon spills. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and ADEM ensures compliance with environmental standards, including spill prevention and waste disposal requirements.