SandRidge Energy Inc / Wiley 1 31H Oil Extraction Facility, Alva, Oklahoma

SandRidge Energy Inc / Wiley 1 31H is an oil extraction facility located near Alva, Oklahoma, in Woods County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the larger Mid-Continent oil province. The United States has a well-established regulatory framework for oil extraction, including the EPA Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and BSEE offshore regulations, though onshore operations like this one are primarily governed by state and federal environmental laws. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on both crude oil and natural gas liquids. Typical oil extraction in Oklahoma involves conventional vertical wells and horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing, given the region's geology. The scale of this facility is likely small to medium, based on its location and the operator's profile. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in Oklahoma include groundwater protection, air emissions from drilling and production, and land use impacts. The facility's proximity to Alva suggests potential community exposure to noise and traffic. Regulatory compliance with the Clean Air Act and state-level oil and gas rules helps mitigate these impacts. Overall, the facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain.

Oil extraction in Oklahoma involves risks such as groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, air emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, and surface spills. The facility's location in a rural area may reduce population exposure but still requires adherence to state and federal environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act. Proper well construction and waste management are critical to minimizing environmental impact.