Overview
COG Operating LLC - Wish No1 Federal Battery is an operational oil extraction facility near Eunice, New Mexico, USA. It operates in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States.
COG Operating LLC - Wish No1 Federal Battery is an oil extraction facility located approximately 30 miles northwest of Eunice, in Lea County, New Mexico. The facility is situated within the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that spans western Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic crude oil supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for water discharges. Oil extraction in New Mexico is also subject to state regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (NM OCD). The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for wells in this region. The Permian Basin is known for its high production capacity and extensive infrastructure. Facilities like this one play a key role in the local economy and energy supply. The environmental context includes arid landscapes and potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, which are managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the arid Permian Basin, where oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane. Water use and produced water management are critical due to the region's water scarcity. The facility's operations are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and state-level rules to minimize environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 30 miles northwest of Eunice, in Lea County, New Mexico, USA, within the Permian Basin.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
Oil extraction in New Mexico is regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as by the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (NM OCD) for state-level oversight.
Key concerns include air emissions of VOCs and methane, water usage and produced water management, and potential impacts on local ecosystems in the arid region.
The facility supports local employment and contributes to the energy supply, with the Permian Basin being a major driver of economic activity in southeastern New Mexico.
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