Overview
XTO Energy Inc operates the Lawson 4 5 6 13H14X Production Site, an oil extraction facility in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The site is operational and contributes to regional crude oil production.
XTO Energy Inc / Lawson 4 5 6 13H14X Production Site is an oil extraction facility located approximately 0.25 miles south of Redwing Road/Saw Mill Road in Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma. The site is operational and plays a role in the region's oil production activities. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks including EPA regulations for oil and gas extraction, such as New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP). Oklahoma's oil and gas industry is subject to state-level oversight by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, which enforces well spacing, permitting, and environmental compliance. As part of XTO Energy's portfolio, this production site contributes to the local economy and energy supply. The facility's location in Carter County places it within the broader context of Oklahoma's oil-rich Anadarko Basin, known for conventional and unconventional oil extraction. Operational practices typically include well maintenance, fluid handling, and adherence to spill prevention and safety protocols.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a region with mixed land use, including agricultural and rural areas. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water management is critical, as produced water from extraction requires proper disposal or treatment to protect groundwater. The site's proximity to surface waters may necessitate spill prevention measures under the Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 0.25 miles south of Redwing Road/Saw Mill Road in Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma, with a postal code of 73401.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from wells in the area. The site is operational and part of XTO Energy's upstream operations.
The facility is operated by XTO Energy Inc, a subsidiary of ExxonMobil, which is a major player in U.S. oil and gas extraction.
Oil extraction sites in Oklahoma must comply with federal EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act (including NSPS and NESHAP) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations enforced by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.
Carter County hosts a mix of conventional and unconventional oil wells, with production ranging from small stripper wells to larger multi-well pads. The Lawson site is a multi-well production site typical of the region.
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