Unit Petroleum Co / Genevieve 1 - Oil Extraction Facility in Alva, Oklahoma

Unit Petroleum Co / Genevieve 1 is an oil extraction facility located in Alva, Woods County, Oklahoma, United States. The facility is operational and engages in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. Its location in the Mid-Continent oil region places it within a mature petroleum province with extensive infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Oklahoma state agencies. Oil extraction activities are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and Clean Water Act (CWA), including spill prevention and control measures. Typical extraction methods in this region involve conventional vertical wells and enhanced oil recovery techniques. As part of the domestic oil supply chain, this facility contributes to regional energy production and local economic activity. Its operational status indicates ongoing extraction, supporting downstream refining and distribution networks. The environmental context includes potential impacts on local groundwater and air quality, managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Woods County, Oklahoma, characterized by agricultural land and prairie ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can affect local water resources through produced water management and potential spills. Air emissions from drilling and production operations, including volatile organic compounds, are regulated under the EPA's CAA. The region's geology includes the Anadarko Basin, a significant oil-producing area with associated seismic and groundwater considerations.