| Tier | Signal | Date | Service Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 3 |
Landowner notifications sent via certified mail on March 17, 2026, for wells within 1/4 mile, with deliveries confirmed in early 2026.โฐ TIME-SENSITIVE ๐ Appendix E and USPS tracking Timely notifications indicate adherence to strict timelines, revealing operator's focus on minimizing delays in permitting. |
2026-03-17 | General Oilfield Services |
| Tier 3 |
Freshwater well sampling conducted on January 26, 2026, with results from Pace Analytical Services, indicating proactive baseline monitoring.โฐ TIME-SENSITIVE ๐ Appendix B and lab reports Sampling ahead of operations shows urgency in regulatory compliance and environmental baseline establishment, especially near aquifers. |
2026-01-26 | General Oilfield Services |
| Tier 3 |
Use of oil-based mud (OBM) for drilling below surface casing, with closed-loop cuttings disposal to Smoky Butte Environmental, LLC. ๐ Drilling Fluids and Cuttings Program OBM is non-routine for SWD wells, suggesting environmental or drilling efficiency priorities; specified disposal vendor indicates pre-selected ecosystem partner. |
Unknown | Mud / Fluids |
| Tier 3 |
Directional drilling plan for SWD well, including anti-collision modeling and specific survey frequencies (100 ft vertical, 30 ft curve, 90 ft lateral). ๐ Proposed Drilling Plan section SWD wells are typically vertical, but this directional design indicates intent for optimized placement on a multi-well pad, potentially reducing surface footprint and enabling shared infrastructure. |
Unknown | Directional Drilling |
| Tier 3 |
Tank diking variance approved contingent on as-built schematic submission, with geomembrane liner and 3' high metal containment. ๐ Operator Assertions and Facilities Design Variance approval suggests negotiated regulatory flexibility, with enhanced containment indicating environmental sensitivity. |
Unknown | General Oilfield Services |
| Tier 3 |
Facilities equipped with 24-hour SCADA monitoring, including tank high-level alarms, separator alarms, and ESDVs, with SPCC plan implementation within 6 months. ๐ Facilities Design and Spill Prevention Monitoring Controls Advanced automation and spill prevention beyond basic regulatory requirements, indicating proactive risk management, especially near Lake Sakakawea. |
Relative | General Oilfield Services |
| Tier 3 |
Injection into Inyan Kara Formation with specific pressure calculations (max 1422 psi) and no plans for third-party volumes initially. ๐ Maximum Injection Pressure Calculation and Proposed Injection Program Target formation choice and volume limits suggest tailored design for on-pad wells, avoiding external sourcing to control costs and quality. |
Unknown | General Oilfield Services |