SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / NADOLA 2 25H - Oil Extraction Facility in Byron, Oklahoma

SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC / NADOLA 2 25H is an operational oil extraction facility located in Byron, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is situated approximately 0.39 miles southeast of the intersection of N2680 and E0090 roads, with a postal code of 73722. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on both crude oil and natural gas liquids. The facility operates within 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. Oil extraction in Oklahoma is subject to regulations under the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific rules for well permitting, hydraulic fracturing, and waste management. The facility's scale is typical for the region, which has a long history of oil and gas production. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities in this region include potential impacts on groundwater, air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and land disturbance. The facility's location in a rural area of Alfalfa County may reduce some urban exposure risks, but local ecosystems and agricultural activities could be affected by operational practices. Proper well integrity and spill prevention measures are critical for minimizing environmental risks.

The facility is located in a rural area of Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, a region with significant agricultural activity and a history of oil and gas development. Potential environmental concerns include groundwater contamination from drilling fluids or produced water, air emissions of VOCs and methane, and soil disturbance. The proximity to agricultural land necessitates careful management of spills and waste to protect local water resources and ecosystems.