Environmental

North Dakota's oil and gas boom in the Bakken region has increased what type of infrastructure near residential areas, raising real estate concerns?

ARailroad grade crossings only
BOil pipelines, pump jacks, flare stacks, and crude oil transportation routes that can affect property values and safety✓ Correct
CAgriculture irrigation infrastructure only
DWind turbines exclusively

Explanation

The Bakken oil boom has brought oil infrastructure (pipelines, well pads, flare stacks, crude oil truck routes) near residential areas. These can affect property values, air quality, noise, safety, and insurance costs for nearby homeowners.

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