SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / HAUNSCHILD 2809 2 34H - Oil Extraction Facility in Byron, Oklahoma

SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / HAUNSCHILD 2809 2 34H is an oil extraction facility located in Byron, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the larger Mid-Continent oil province. Oklahoma has a long history of oil extraction, with many wells targeting formations such as the Mississippian Lime and the Woodford Shale. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and water management. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as oil and gas extraction support activities. Oil extraction in this region typically involves drilling and completion operations, with produced water management and flaring controls. The facility's location in a rural area of Oklahoma means it is part of a network of wells that support local and national energy supply. The environmental context includes potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, which are managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Oklahoma, where oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane. Groundwater protection is a key concern, with regulations requiring proper well construction and management of produced water. The region's geology includes shallow aquifers that may be vulnerable to contamination if not properly protected.