ALGERITA 32 NO1 Oil Extraction Facility, Carlsbad, New Mexico

ALGERITA 32 NO1 is an oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 5.6 miles southwest of Carlsbad. The facility is operational and contributes to the United States' domestic oil production, operating under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations). The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction in New Mexico is also subject to state-level regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (OCD). Typical extraction methods in this region include conventional vertical drilling and horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing. As part of the Permian Basin, ALGERITA 32 NO1 plays a role in meeting regional and national energy demands. The facility's location in a semi-arid environment necessitates careful water management and adherence to spill prevention measures. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local economic activity and energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with significant oil and gas activity. Local environmental considerations include groundwater protection in the semi-arid climate, air quality management for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, and land use impacts from well pads and access roads. Spill prevention and response plans are critical given the proximity to sensitive ecosystems and the potential for soil and water contamination.