Overview
Urban Oil and Gas Group LLC operates the Word 1 31H oil extraction facility near Arnett, Oklahoma. This operational site contributes to the region's crude oil production.
The Word 1 31H is an oil extraction facility operated by Urban Oil and Gas Group LLC, located approximately 0.3 miles southwest of the intersection of E0690 Road and US 283 near Arnett, Oklahoma. The facility is currently operational and is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). As an oil extraction site in the United States, the facility operates under federal and state regulatory frameworks, including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as Oklahoma Corporation Commission rules for oil and gas production. Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The facility is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in Ellis County, contributing to local employment and energy supply. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces some community exposure risks, though groundwater protection and spill prevention remain key operational considerations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of western Oklahoma, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Oil extraction activities in this area pose potential risks to groundwater quality through well integrity failures or surface spills. The site's proximity to rural roads and limited surface water bodies reduces immediate spill impact, but proper containment and monitoring are essential to protect local ecosystems and agricultural water sources.
Frequently asked questions
The Word 1 31H facility is located approximately 0.3 miles southwest of the intersection of E0690 Road and US 283, near Arnett, Oklahoma, in Ellis County.
The facility is operated by Urban Oil and Gas Group LLC, a company involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The site is an oil extraction facility, focused on producing crude oil and natural gas liquids from underground reservoirs.
Oil extraction in Oklahoma is regulated by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, along with federal agencies like the EPA under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act.
Common concerns include groundwater contamination from spills or well leaks, air emissions from equipment, and surface disturbance. Proper well construction and spill prevention plans mitigate these risks.
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