Overview
SandRidge Energy Inc operates oil extraction facilities Jeffrey 2 27H and Matnbay 2 22H near Amorita, Oklahoma. These wells are part of the company's upstream operations in the Mid-Continent region.
SandRidge Energy Inc operates the Jeffrey 2 27H and Matnbay 2 22H oil extraction facilities near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County. These wells are part of the company's upstream portfolio in the Mid-Continent region, contributing to domestic crude oil production. The facilities are classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on both oil and associated gas liquids. The facilities operate under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in Oklahoma is subject to EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations, and state-level rules for well construction and waste management. Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. These wells are situated in a rural agricultural area, with the nearest community being Amorita. The environmental context includes potential impacts on local air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions, as well as water management considerations for produced water. SandRidge Energy's operations contribute to the regional economy and energy supply, with the facilities playing a role in maintaining domestic oil production levels.
Environmental context
The oil extraction facilities near Amorita, Oklahoma, are located in a rural agricultural setting. Operations involve potential emissions of VOCs and methane from wellheads and equipment, which are regulated under EPA's NSPS for oil and gas. Produced water management and spill prevention are key environmental considerations, with state and federal regulations governing disposal and containment.
Frequently asked questions
The facilities are located near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.3 miles east of the intersection of N2660 and E0030 Road.
These are oil extraction wells, classified under NAICS 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), producing crude oil and associated natural gas liquids.
Both wells are currently operational, contributing to SandRidge Energy's upstream production in the Mid-Continent region.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission regulate oil extraction activities, including air emissions, water management, and well construction.
Facilities must comply with EPA's Clean Air Act NSPS for oil and gas operations, state rules for produced water disposal, and spill prevention measures under the Clean Water Act.
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