Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc operates the Becky 2810 1 13H Tucker 2810 2 24H oil extraction facility near Byron, Oklahoma. This operational site contributes to the region's oil production within the United States.
The Sandridge Energy Inc Becky 2810 1 13H Tucker 2810 2 24H is an oil extraction facility located near Byron, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County. The site is operational and represents a component of the United States' upstream oil infrastructure, focusing on crude oil production from local geological formations. As an oil extraction operation, the facility employs drilling and production techniques typical of the region, including horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access oil reserves. The regulatory framework includes oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and adherence to federal environmental standards such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) classify it under crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. The facility's location in Oklahoma places it within the Mid-Continent oil province, a historically significant oil-producing area. Its operations support local employment and contribute to the domestic energy supply, while environmental management practices address potential impacts on air quality, water resources, and land use.
Environmental context
The facility operates in a rural area of Oklahoma, where oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water management is critical, as hydraulic fracturing requires significant water volumes and produces wastewater that must be properly disposed of or treated. The region's geology and climate influence the potential for groundwater contamination and surface water runoff, necessitating robust environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Byron, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.2 miles northeast of the intersection of E0080 and N2680 roads.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs using drilling and production methods common in the region.
The facility is operated by Sandridge Energy Inc, a company involved in oil and gas exploration and production in the United States.
Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma must comply with state regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and federal laws such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act, which govern emissions, water discharges, and underground injection.
NAICS code 211111 covers crude petroleum extraction, and 211120 covers natural gas extraction. These codes classify the facility's primary activities in producing oil and associated natural gas.
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