Oil Extraction Operational

Sandridge Energy Inc Talley 1 24H Lindley 1 19H Oil Extraction Facility, Amorita, Oklahoma

AMORITA, Oklahoma, United States

Overview

Sandridge Energy Inc operates the Talley 1 24H Lindley 1 19H oil extraction facility near Amorita, Oklahoma. This operational site contributes to the region's crude oil production.

The Sandridge Energy Inc Talley 1 24H Lindley 1 19H facility is an oil extraction site located in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, near the town of Amorita. The facility is operational and engages in crude oil production, a key component of the United States' energy infrastructure. Oklahoma has a long history of oil extraction, with many wells operating across the state. This facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction sites in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, including regulations on emissions and produced water management. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. The facility's location in rural Oklahoma places it within a region with significant oil and gas activity. The site's operational status suggests it plays a role in maintaining domestic oil supply, supporting local employment and energy security.

Environmental context

Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma operate in a region with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. The local environment may be affected by emissions from drilling and production activities, including volatile organic compounds and greenhouse gases. Water management is a key concern, as produced water from oil extraction requires proper disposal or treatment to prevent contamination of groundwater and surface water. The facility's proximity to rural areas means that any spills or leaks could impact nearby farmland and ecosystems.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, approximately 0.25 miles west of the intersection of N2630 and E0020 roads.

This facility extracts crude oil and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 (crude petroleum extraction) and 211120 (natural gas extraction).

The facility is operated by Sandridge Energy Inc, a company involved in oil and gas exploration and production in the United States.

Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma must comply with federal regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, including rules on well construction, emissions, and water management.

Oil extraction can affect local air quality through emissions and pose risks to water resources if produced water is not properly managed. Facilities must implement best practices to minimize spills and contamination of soil and groundwater.

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