Overview
Urban Oil and Gas Group LLC operates the Word 2 31H oil extraction facility near Arnett, Oklahoma. This operational site contributes to the region's crude oil production under U.S. regulatory oversight.
The Urban Oil and Gas Group LLC / Word 2 31H is an oil extraction facility located in Ellis County, Oklahoma, approximately 0.35 miles southwest of the junction of E0700 and N1800 roads near Arnett. As an operational oil well, it is part of the extensive network of extraction sites in the Anadarko Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon-producing region. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction, indicating its role in upstream oil production. Operating within the United States, this facility is subject to federal and state regulations governing oil and gas extraction. Key regulatory frameworks include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management, as well as Oklahoma Corporation Commission rules for well permitting and production reporting. Typical extraction operations in this area involve conventional vertical or horizontal drilling, with production volumes varying based on reservoir characteristics. The facility's location in a rural area of western Oklahoma places it in a region with a long history of oil and gas development. The environmental context includes potential impacts on local groundwater and air quality, managed through regulatory compliance and best practices such as proper well casing and emissions controls. The site contributes to the domestic energy supply and local economic activity through employment and tax revenue.
Environmental context
The facility operates in the semi-arid High Plains region of Oklahoma, where water resources are critical for agriculture and ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can pose risks to groundwater quality through potential spills or leaks of produced water and hydrocarbons. Air emissions from engines, flaring, and fugitive sources may affect local air quality. Regulatory requirements under the Clean Air Act and state rules aim to minimize these impacts through emission controls and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Arnett, Oklahoma, in Ellis County, approximately 0.35 miles southwest of the junction of E0700 and N1800 roads.
It is an oil extraction well operated by Urban Oil and Gas Group LLC, classified under NAICS 211120 for crude petroleum extraction.
Facilities must comply with federal laws such as the Clean Air Act and RCRA, as well as state regulations from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission covering well permitting, production reporting, and environmental protection.
Key concerns include groundwater contamination from spills, air emissions from operations, and management of produced water. Regulations require measures like well casing, emission controls, and spill prevention plans.
It supports local employment, generates tax revenue, and contributes to the domestic oil supply, which is vital for energy security and economic activity in the region.
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