Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc / Clark Trust 1 11H is an oil extraction facility in Amorita, Oklahoma, USA. It operates within the Alfalfa County region, contributing to domestic crude oil production.
Sandridge Energy Inc / Clark Trust 1 11H is an oil extraction facility located in Amorita, Oklahoma, United States. Situated in Alfalfa County, the facility is part of the broader oil and gas operations in the region, which is known for its historical significance in the US petroleum industry. The facility is currently operational, focusing on the extraction of crude oil. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards for air emissions, and state-level regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Typical oil extraction in this region involves conventional drilling and hydraulic fracturing techniques, with production volumes varying based on geological formations such as the Mississippian Lime or Woodford Shale. As an oil extraction site, the facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, contributing to the downstream refining and distribution of petroleum products. Its location in a rural area minimizes direct urban exposure, but operations still require adherence to environmental safeguards to manage potential impacts on soil and groundwater.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, where the primary environmental considerations include groundwater protection and soil contamination risks from drilling fluids and produced water. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate careful management of spills and leaks. Regulatory oversight under the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and Oklahoma's water protection laws helps mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 0.16 MI E of N2670 & E0060 RD in Amorita, Oklahoma, USA, in Alfalfa County.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from underground reservoirs.
The facility is currently operational, actively engaged in oil extraction activities.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, including spill prevention and groundwater protection requirements.
Facilities in Alfalfa County vary from small to medium-sized operations, often using conventional drilling or hydraulic fracturing, with production rates dependent on local geology.
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