Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc / Martin Trust 2821 1 21H is an operational oil extraction facility in Buffalo, Oklahoma. It operates under US EPA regulations and contributes to the region's oil production.
Sandridge Energy Inc / Martin Trust 2821 1 21H is an operational oil extraction facility located in Buffalo, Harper County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is situated in a region with a long history of oil and gas development, contributing to the state's significant energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and discharges from oil extraction activities. Oklahoma's oil extraction sector typically employs conventional drilling and production techniques, with facilities ranging from small to medium scale. As part of the broader oil infrastructure in the United States, this facility supports domestic energy production and supply. Its operational status indicates ongoing activity in the region, which has implications for local employment and economic activity. The environmental context includes potential impacts on air quality and water resources, managed through state and federal regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Oklahoma, where oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and other pollutants. Water management is also a key concern, as production involves water usage and potential groundwater contamination risks. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and Oklahoma Corporation Commission aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Buffalo, Harper County, Oklahoma, United States, approximately 1.35 miles northeast of the intersection of E0100 Road and N1990 Road.
It is an oil extraction facility, involved in the production of crude oil from underground reservoirs.
The facility is operated by Sandridge Energy Inc, a company active in oil and gas exploration and production in the United States.
Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma must comply with federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations enforced by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, covering drilling, production, and environmental protection.
Oil extraction can impact air quality through emissions and water resources through potential spills or contamination. Facilities are required to implement pollution control measures and obtain permits to minimize environmental harm.
Other Oil Extraction plants in United States · 6 nearby