Skaggs 1 12 1XHM Oil Extraction Facility near Amber, Oklahoma

The Skaggs 1 12 1XHM facility, operated by Validus Energy II Midcon LLC, is an oil extraction site located approximately 0.5 miles north of the intersection of E1270 and N2870 roads near Amber, Grady County, Oklahoma. The facility is situated in the Anadarko Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon-producing region in the United States. As an operational oil extraction site, it plays a role in the domestic crude oil supply chain. This facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction activities in the United States are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), including regulations for air emissions, produced water management, and spill prevention. The facility's NAICS codes (211120 and 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively, suggesting a combined production profile. The Skaggs 1 12 1XHM facility is part of a broader network of oil extraction sites in Grady County, which supports local employment and energy infrastructure. While specific production volumes are not disclosed, the facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to regional oil output. The site's location in a rural area minimizes direct urban exposure, though groundwater and surface water protection remain key environmental considerations.

The facility is located in a rural area of Grady County, Oklahoma, within the Anadarko Basin. Oil extraction in this region involves drilling and completion activities that can impact local water resources through produced water disposal and potential spills. The site's proximity to agricultural land necessitates careful management of brine and hydrocarbon releases to protect soil and groundwater. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies addresses these risks through permitting and inspection programs.