SandRidge Energy (NYSE:SD) Inc. is an independent exploration and production company focused on developing onshore oil and natural gas resources in the United States. With a primary emphasis on the Mississippian carbonate play in west-central Oklahoma, the company applies horizontal drilling and multi-stage hydraulic fracturing techniques to efficiently extract hydrocarbons from its core asset base. SandRidge also maintains strategic positions in the Anadarko Basin, targeting stacked zones within the Stack and Scoop plays. Through continuous optimization of well designs and production processes, the company seeks to enhance recoveries and reduce unit costs across its acreage.
The company’s operations include geological evaluation, lease acquisition, drilling, completion and production activities. SandRidge owns and operates a network of field facilities, pipelines and compression stations, allowing for reliable flow assurance and midstream connectivity. Its drilling program is supported by a team of reservoir engineers, geoscientists and operations personnel who employ advanced data analytics and real-time monitoring to maximize well performance. By integrating subsurface modelling with surface operations, SandRidge aims to deliver predictable production profiles and maintain a competitive cost structure.
Geographically, SandRidge’s assets lie predominantly in the continental United States, with concentrations in Oklahoma’s Springer, Woodford and Sycamore formations. The company’s acreage in the Stack and Scoop trend extends into western Oklahoma and north Texas, where it holds significant lease positions in emerging plays. SandRidge’s footprint also includes interests in the Highland Field in Texas and legacy properties in the Midcontinent region. Its operational headquarters are based in Oklahoma City, with satellite offices and field locations supporting site supervision and regulatory compliance.
Founded in 2006 by industry entrepreneur Tom L. Ward, SandRidge Energy quickly grew through a series of acquisitions and greenfield projects. After restructuring under Chapter 11 in 2016, the company emerged with a streamlined portfolio and a renewed focus on operational discipline. Today, SandRidge is led by a senior management team headed by President and Chief Executive Officer John P. Owens, whose background spans upstream development and capital markets. Under this leadership, the company remains committed to driving safe operations, environmental stewardship and long-term value creation for shareholders.
