Overview
Sandridge Energy Inc / Tanner Trust 2911 3 23H is an oil extraction facility located near Amorita, Oklahoma, United States. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, reflecting crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
Sandridge Energy Inc / Tanner Trust 2911 3 23H is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, near the town of Amorita. The facility is part of the broader United States oil infrastructure, which is heavily regulated by federal and state agencies to ensure safe and efficient extraction. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both oil and gas production. In the United States, oil extraction activities are subject to regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level oversight from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Typical extraction methods in this region include conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing. The facility contributes to the local economy and energy supply in Alfalfa County, an area with a history of oil and gas production. Its operational status ensures continued extraction of hydrocarbons, supporting downstream refining and distribution networks. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air emissions management, which are addressed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Oklahoma, where oil extraction activities can impact local water resources and air quality. The region's geology includes the Anadarko Basin, a major hydrocarbon-producing area. Spills or leaks from extraction operations could affect nearby soils and groundwater, while flaring and venting contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Regulatory frameworks such as the EPA's New Source Performance Standards and Oklahoma's oil and gas rules aim to mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Amorita, Oklahoma, in Alfalfa County, at approximately 0.11 miles east of E0020 Road and N2610 Road.
It is an oil extraction facility involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The operator is Sandridge Energy Inc, a company active in oil and gas production in the United States.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the EPA, covering well construction, water protection, air emissions, and waste management under the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act.
Oil extraction can affect local water quality through spills or improper disposal, and air quality through emissions from equipment and flaring. Regulations aim to minimize these impacts through permits and monitoring.
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