Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc operates the Collins 2810 1 19H Morford 2810 1 30H oil extraction facility near Amorita, Oklahoma. This operational site is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure in Alfalfa County.
The Sandridge Energy Inc / Collins 2810 1 19H Morford 2810 1 30H facility is an oil extraction site located approximately 1.09 miles southeast of the intersection of Highway 58 and N2630 Road near Amorita, Oklahoma. It operates within the United States' oil sector, which is governed by federal and state regulations including EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level oil and gas conservation laws. Oil extraction in Oklahoma typically involves drilling and well operations to recover crude oil from subsurface reservoirs. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate it engages in crude petroleum extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Operations are subject to permitting and monitoring requirements to manage environmental impacts such as air emissions, water usage, and waste disposal. As part of the regional oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to domestic energy production. Its location in Alfalfa County places it within an area with a history of oil and gas activity, supporting local employment and energy supply chains. The operational status indicates ongoing production activities.
Environmental context
Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma operate in a region with diverse ecosystems including prairies and agricultural lands. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions, water resource management for hydraulic fracturing and produced water, and soil contamination risks. Regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and EPA helps mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 1.09 miles southeast of the intersection of Highway 58 and N2630 Road near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County.
It is an oil extraction facility that recovers crude oil and natural gas from subsurface reservoirs through drilling and well operations.
The facility is operated by Sandridge Energy Inc, an independent oil and gas company active in the United States.
Facilities must comply with federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission governing drilling, production, and environmental protection.
Key concerns include air emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, water usage and produced water management, and potential soil contamination. Regulatory programs aim to minimize these impacts.
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