Unbridled Resources LLC Frances O 15 1H - Oil Extraction Facility near Arnett, Oklahoma

The Frances O 15 1H is an oil extraction facility operated by Unbridled Resources LLC, located approximately 1 mile south of US 283 and E0730 Road near Arnett, Oklahoma. Situated in Ellis County, this operational well is part of the broader oil production landscape in the Anadarko Basin, a region known for its hydrocarbon reserves. As an oil extraction site, the facility operates under regulatory oversight from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA's Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards and the Safe Drinking Water Act's Underground Injection Control program apply to relevant operations. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 for crude petroleum extraction and 211120 for support activities) indicate a focus on upstream production. This facility plays a role in meeting domestic energy demand, contributing to Oklahoma's position as a significant oil-producing state. Its operational status underscores ongoing extraction activities in the region, which support local employment and energy infrastructure. The site's location in a rural area minimizes direct population exposure, though standard spill prevention and response measures are essential.

Oil extraction in the Anadarko Basin involves risks such as groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, as well as surface spills. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with limited water resources heightens the importance of proper waste management and spill containment. Regulatory frameworks like the EPA's SPCC rule and Oklahoma's well construction standards aim to mitigate these risks.