Overview
UNBRIDLED RESOURCES LLC / BRIGHT ANGEL RANCH 1 2H STATION is an operational oil extraction facility near Bessie, Oklahoma. It operates under US EPA and state regulations for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
UNBRIDLED RESOURCES LLC / BRIGHT ANGEL RANCH 1 2H STATION is an oil extraction facility located approximately 0.4 miles north of N2200 & E1135 Road near Bessie, Oklahoma, in Washita County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating a focus on upstream hydrocarbon production. As an oil extraction site in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Key federal regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions from oil and gas operations, and the Clean Water Act (CWA) for stormwater runoff and produced water management. State-level rules govern well permitting, drilling, and production practices. The facility's scale is typical for a small to medium-sized well site in the Anadarko Basin region. The facility contributes to the regional oil and gas supply chain, supporting local energy production and economic activity in Washita County. Its operational status and location in a rural area highlight the dispersed nature of oil extraction infrastructure in Oklahoma. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on local air quality, water resources, and land use, managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of western Oklahoma, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. Oil extraction in this region involves drilling and production activities that can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane. Water management is critical, as produced water from oil wells requires proper disposal or treatment to prevent contamination of groundwater and surface water. The facility's compliance with EPA and state regulations helps mitigate these environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 0.4 miles north of N2200 & E1135 Road near Bessie, Oklahoma, in Washita County.
It is an operational oil extraction facility engaged in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is listed as Operational, indicating it is actively producing oil and/or gas.
Oil extraction facilities in Oklahoma must comply with US EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission governing well permitting, drilling, and production.
Key concerns include air emissions of VOCs and methane, management of produced water to prevent groundwater contamination, and land use impacts. Regulatory compliance and industry practices aim to minimize these risks.
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