UNIT PETROLEUM CO / STATE OF OKLAHOMA D 1 7H - Oil Extraction Facility in Balko, Oklahoma

UNIT PETROLEUM CO / STATE OF OKLAHOMA D 1 7H is an oil extraction facility located approximately 0.7 miles northwest of the intersection of E0304 Road and N1155 Road near Balko, Oklahoma. The facility is situated in Beaver County, within the Anadarko Basin, a region known for oil and natural gas production. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on upstream hydrocarbon recovery. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions from extraction activities, the Clean Water Act for stormwater and produced water management, and state-level rules for well construction and operation. Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. As part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the Oklahoma Panhandle, this facility contributes to the regional supply of crude oil and natural gas. The area's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of water resources and waste disposal to minimize environmental impact. The facility's operational status underscores its role in maintaining local energy production.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of the Oklahoma Panhandle, where water scarcity is a key environmental concern. Oil extraction operations require significant water for hydraulic fracturing and drilling, potentially stressing local water resources. Produced water and drilling waste must be managed to prevent contamination of soil and groundwater. Air emissions from engines, flares, and fugitive sources contribute to local air quality impacts, regulated under the Clean Air Act.