Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc operates oil extraction wells near Amorita, Oklahoma. The Lawilda 2810 3 30H and Collins 2810 3 19H wells are part of the company's production in Alfalfa County.
Sandridge Energy Inc operates the Lawilda 2810 3 30H and Collins 2810 3 19H oil extraction wells near Amorita, Oklahoma. These wells are located in Alfalfa County, a region with a history of oil and gas production. The facility is operational and contributes to the local oil supply. As an oil extraction site, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. The EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act set standards for emissions and water discharges, while state regulations govern drilling and production practices. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) classify it as crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a rural area with agricultural land use. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources, but regulations aim to minimize these effects. The facility's proximity to roads and rural infrastructure suggests moderate accessibility for maintenance and transport.
Environmental context
The oil extraction wells near Amorita, Oklahoma, are situated in a rural agricultural landscape. Operations involve drilling and production, which can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water management is critical to prevent contamination of groundwater and surface water. The facility must comply with EPA regulations on emissions and wastewater disposal, as well as state-specific rules for oil and gas operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.2 miles northwest of E0090 Road and N2640 Road.
The facility is an oil extraction site, operating wells that produce crude oil and natural gas. It includes the Lawilda 2810 3 30H and Collins 2810 3 19H wells.
The wells are currently operational, contributing to oil production in the region.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-specific rules for drilling, production, and waste management.
Oil extraction can impact air quality through emissions and water resources through potential spills or improper disposal. Facilities must manage produced water and comply with regulations to minimize environmental harm.
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