Unbridled Resources LLC / Rhonda 1 3H Station - Oil Extraction in Arnett, Oklahoma

Unbridled Resources LLC / Rhonda 1 3H Station is an operational oil extraction facility located west of the intersection of N1830 and E0600 roads in Arnett, Ellis County, Oklahoma. The facility is situated in the Anadarko Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon-producing region in the United States. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the domestic crude oil supply, supporting the broader energy infrastructure of Oklahoma. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in this region typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate that the site may produce both crude oil and natural gas liquids. The facility's scale is typical for a single-well pad in the Midcontinent region. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in Oklahoma include groundwater protection, air emissions from drilling and production equipment, and land use impacts. The facility's location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but standard best management practices for spill prevention and waste disposal are essential. The site's role in the local energy economy supports jobs and tax revenue in Ellis County.

Oil extraction in the Anadarko Basin involves risks such as groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing fluids and produced water, air emissions from volatile organic compounds, and surface spills. The facility's rural setting in Ellis County reduces direct exposure to populated areas, but proper well integrity and waste management are critical to mitigate environmental impacts.