Overview
Unbridled Resources LLC Sawatzky 1 12H Station is an oil extraction facility located near Bessie, Oklahoma. It operates in the Anadarko Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas activity.
Unbridled Resources LLC Sawatzky 1 12H Station is an operational oil extraction facility located approximately 5.5 miles SSE of Clinton, in Washita County, Oklahoma. The facility is situated in the Anadarko Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon province that has been a major contributor to U.S. oil production. The plant's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate it engages in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction in Oklahoma is subject to EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations, and the Safe Drinking Water Act's Underground Injection Control program for disposal wells. State-level rules govern well spacing, production reporting, and environmental protection. As part of the oil extraction sector, this facility contributes to the regional energy supply chain. The Anadarko Basin is known for its tight oil and gas formations, requiring hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting local employment and energy infrastructure. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane, as well as water management for produced water.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Oklahoma, where water resources are limited. Oil extraction activities can impact local water quality through produced water disposal and potential spills. Air emissions from drilling and production operations, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under EPA's NSPS. The region's ecology includes grasslands and agricultural lands, with sensitive habitats for lesser prairie-chicken and other species.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 5.5 miles SSE of Clinton, in Washita County, Oklahoma, near the town of Bessie.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, including natural gas liquids, from the Anadarko Basin.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active production of oil and gas.
Facilities must comply with EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act's NSPS for oil and gas, the Safe Drinking Water Act's UIC program, and state rules from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.
Key considerations include air emissions of VOCs and methane, water management for produced water, and potential impacts on local water resources and wildlife habitats.
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