Overview
SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / BOARDWALK 2 6H is an oil extraction facility in Amorita, Oklahoma, United States. It operates within the Alfalfa County area, contributing to regional oil production.
SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / BOARDWALK 2 6H is an oil extraction facility located near Amorita, Oklahoma, in the United States. The facility is situated in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.35 miles east of the intersection of N2695 and E0050 Road. It is part of the broader oil extraction infrastructure in the region, which is known for its significant hydrocarbon reserves. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level oil and gas regulations. Typical oil extraction operations in Oklahoma involve drilling and production techniques such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, which are common in the region's tight oil formations. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. As an operational oil extraction site, the facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain. Its environmental context includes potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, which are managed through state and federal permits. The facility's location in a rural area with low population density may reduce certain community exposure risks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Oklahoma, where oil extraction activities can affect local water resources and air quality. The region's geology includes the Anadarko Basin, a major oil-producing area. Spills or leaks from extraction operations could impact nearby soils and groundwater, while flaring and equipment emissions contribute to air pollutants. Regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and EPA aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and inspections.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.35 miles east of the intersection of N2695 and E0050 Road.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is operational, actively engaged in oil extraction activities.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, including rules on well construction, water management, and air emissions.
Common concerns include groundwater contamination from spills, air pollution from flaring and equipment, and land disturbance. Facilities must comply with permits to minimize these impacts.
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