Overview
SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / ANGUS 2814 3 9H NOBLE 2814 3 16H is an oil extraction facility located near Alva, Oklahoma, United States. It operates in the oil and gas sector, contributing to domestic crude production.
SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / ANGUS 2814 3 9H NOBLE 2814 3 16H is an operational oil extraction facility situated approximately 0.1 mile west of N2420 and Leflore Road in Woods County, Oklahoma, near the city of Alva. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil and gas infrastructure, focusing on the extraction of crude oil and natural gas. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a dual focus on oil and gas production. In the United States, oil extraction facilities are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level agencies like the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Typical extraction methods include conventional drilling and hydraulic fracturing, depending on the geological formation. The facility's location in Oklahoma places it within the Anadarko Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. Its operational status suggests ongoing contributions to local energy supply and economic activity. The environmental context involves managing produced water, air emissions from equipment, and potential risks of spills, which are mitigated through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The facility operates in a region characterized by mixed agricultural and energy land use. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and contribute to water management challenges due to produced water. The proximity to rural areas necessitates careful spill prevention and groundwater protection measures, governed by EPA and state regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 0.1 mile west of N2420 and Leflore Road in Woods County, Oklahoma, near the city of Alva.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to oil and gas production in the Anadarko Basin.
Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma are regulated by the EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, and by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission for drilling and production practices.
Common concerns include air emissions of VOCs, management of produced water, spill risks, and groundwater protection, all addressed through regulatory permits and best practices.
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