Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc / Kasparek 1 23H is an oil extraction facility in Burlington, Oklahoma, United States. It is operational and contributes to the region's oil production.
Sandridge Energy Inc / Kasparek 1 23H is an oil extraction facility located in Burlington, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and is part of the broader oil and gas extraction sector in the region, which is known for its significant hydrocarbon resources. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations such as the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. Oil extraction in Oklahoma typically involves conventional drilling and production techniques, with a focus on maximizing recovery from existing wells. The facility's location in rural Oklahoma places it in an area with a long history of oil and gas development. Its operations contribute to local employment and the regional economy, while also being subject to environmental oversight to minimize impacts on air and water quality.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a region with a mix of agricultural and oil extraction activities. Oil extraction operations can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential spills or improper disposal of produced water. Regulatory frameworks like the EPA's New Source Performance Standards and the Clean Water Act aim to mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 0.1 miles east of N2550/Highway 8 in Burlington, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility, specifically involved in the extraction of crude oil and natural gas.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-level regulations. The EPA sets standards for emissions and discharges, while states like Oklahoma have their own oil and gas conservation divisions.
Common concerns include air emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, water contamination from spills or produced water, and land disturbance. Regulatory measures aim to minimize these impacts through permits and best management practices.
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