PYLES PAD 952757 - Oil Extraction Facility in Beallsville, Ohio

PYLES PAD 952757 is an oil extraction facility located at 48997 MELLOTT RIDGE RD in Beallsville, Monroe County, Ohio. The facility is currently operational and contributes to the United States' domestic oil production, a key component of the country's energy infrastructure. As part of the oil extraction sector, it operates within a network of wells and pads that access hydrocarbon reserves in the Appalachian Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions control and the Clean Water Act (CWA) for stormwater management and spill prevention. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum extraction, natural gas extraction, and natural gas liquid extraction, reflecting a diversified upstream operation. Environmental and operational significance includes the facility's role in supplying crude oil to refineries and downstream markets. Its location in rural Ohio minimizes direct population exposure, but groundwater and surface water protection remain priorities due to potential risks from drilling fluids and produced water. The facility's compliance with Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans is critical for mitigating environmental impact.

The facility is situated in Monroe County, Ohio, a region characterized by rolling hills and mixed agricultural and forested land. Local water resources include the Ohio River watershed, making spill prevention and groundwater protection essential. The area's geology includes the Marcellus and Utica shale formations, which require hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. Regulatory oversight by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and EPA ensures adherence to best practices for well integrity and waste disposal.