Triad Energy Inc / Shirley 1 32H Pad - Oil Extraction Facility in Amorita, Oklahoma

Triad Energy Inc / Shirley 1 32H Pad is an oil extraction facility located in Amorita, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and engages in the extraction of crude oil and natural gas, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. As a pad site in the Anadarko Basin, it represents a typical well pad in a region known for oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for water discharges. State-level regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission also apply. The extraction process involves drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access hydrocarbons from tight formations. Environmental considerations for this facility include potential impacts on local air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions, as well as water management for produced water. The facility's location in a rural area with agricultural land use requires careful management of surface and groundwater resources. Its operational status contributes to the regional energy supply and local economy.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, characterized by agricultural land and the Great Plains ecosystem. Oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of VOCs and methane, and water resources through the management of produced water. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation heighten the importance of spill prevention and water conservation measures.