Oil Extraction Operational

XTO Energy Inc. / Risinger 1 5H Production Site - Oil Extraction in Ardmore, Oklahoma

ARDMORE, Oklahoma, United States

Overview

XTO Energy Inc. / Risinger 1 5H Production Site is an operational oil extraction facility in Ardmore, Oklahoma, United States. It is part of the region's oil and gas infrastructure.

XTO Energy Inc. / Risinger 1 5H Production Site is an operational oil extraction facility located in Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma, United States. The site is situated approximately 0.6 miles east of Thorn Hill and Fernw, and is part of the extensive oil and gas production network in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Oil extraction sites in the U.S. are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), with specific requirements for emissions control and water management. The site's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. The Risinger 1 5H Production Site contributes to the local and national energy supply. As part of XTO Energy's operations, it plays a role in the development of oil resources in the Ardmore basin. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing production, supporting the regional economy and energy infrastructure.

Environmental context

Oil extraction sites in Oklahoma operate in a region with significant oil and gas activity. The environmental context includes potential impacts on air quality from emissions and water resources from produced water management. The site's location in Carter County is within an area of active hydrocarbon production, where regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate environmental risks.

Frequently asked questions

The site is located in Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma, United States, approximately 0.6 miles east of Thorn Hill and Fernw.

It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas.

The site is operated by XTO Energy Inc., a subsidiary of ExxonMobil, a major player in the oil and gas industry.

Oil extraction sites in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and state-level rules by agencies like the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.

Oil extraction can impact air quality through emissions and water resources through produced water. Regulatory frameworks aim to minimize these impacts through permits and monitoring.

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