Staghorn Petroleum II LLC Wilcox 1 1H and Palmer 1 12H Oil Extraction Wells, Canton, Oklahoma

The Staghorn Petroleum II LLC Wilcox 1 1H and Palmer 1 12H are operational oil extraction wells located approximately 0.1 miles northwest of the intersection of E0720 and N2440 roads near Canton, Oklahoma. These wells are situated in Dewey County, a region with a history of oil and gas development, and are classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction. As oil extraction facilities in the United States, these wells operate under the regulatory framework of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. The EPA's Clean Air Act (CAA) and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program govern air emissions and water discharges from oil extraction activities. Additionally, the wells must comply with state regulations for well construction, operation, and abandonment to minimize environmental impacts. The Wilcox 1 1H and Palmer 1 12H wells are part of the extensive oil infrastructure in Oklahoma, a state that ranks among the top oil-producing states in the U.S. The extraction of crude oil from these wells supports local economies and contributes to the national energy supply. The operational status of these wells indicates ongoing production, which is typical for wells in this region with favorable geology.

Oil extraction in Dewey County, Oklahoma, occurs in a semi-arid region with mixed agricultural and prairie landscapes. The primary environmental concerns associated with these wells include potential groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, air emissions from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, and surface spills that could affect soil and nearby water bodies. The wells are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act, as well as state rules for waste management and spill prevention.