Overview
SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC operates oil extraction facilities near Byron, Oklahoma, including REEVES 2 19H BEACH RANCH 1 18H AND BEA. These operational sites contribute to the region's oil production under U.S. regulatory frameworks.
SANDRIDGE ENERGY INC manages oil extraction facilities in Byron, Oklahoma, including the REEVES 2 19H BEACH RANCH 1 18H AND BEA sites. Located in Alfalfa County, these operational wells are part of the broader U.S. oil extraction sector, which is regulated by federal and state agencies to ensure safety and environmental compliance. The facilities operate under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Typical oil extraction operations in this region involve drilling and production techniques that adhere to industry standards for well integrity and emissions control. These extraction sites play a role in the local economy by supporting energy supply and employment. The facilities are situated in a rural area, with operational practices designed to minimize environmental impact while maintaining production efficiency.
Environmental context
The oil extraction facilities near Byron, Oklahoma, are located in a region with mixed agricultural and energy land use. Operations are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, which address air emissions and water management. The sites' proximity to rural areas necessitates careful handling of produced water and potential spill prevention to protect local soil and groundwater.
Frequently asked questions
The facilities are located near Byron, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.25 miles southwest of N2700/Latimer Road.
These are oil extraction operations, involving the drilling and production of crude oil from underground reservoirs.
The facilities operate under U.S. federal regulations including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.
Oklahoma's oil extraction varies from small independent wells to larger multi-well sites, with production regulated by state and federal agencies to ensure safety and environmental protection.
Operators implement spill prevention plans, manage produced water through injection or treatment, and monitor air emissions to comply with EPA and state regulations.
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