CONDOR 8H/HAWK 9H CTB - Oil Extraction Facility in Atoka, New Mexico

CONDOR 8H/HAWK 9H CTB is an oil extraction facility situated in the Permian Basin region of southeastern New Mexico, near Atoka in Eddy County. The facility is operational and focuses on crude petroleum extraction, classified under NAICS 211120. This area is one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States, contributing significantly to domestic crude output. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (NMOCD). Typical oil extraction operations in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The facility's scale is consistent with mid-sized Permian Basin operations, which commonly produce thousands of barrels per day. Environmental considerations for this facility include groundwater protection in the arid New Mexico landscape, management of produced water, and air emissions from drilling and production activities. The facility's location in Eddy County places it near sensitive ecosystems such as the Carlsbad Caverns region, requiring adherence to strict state and federal environmental regulations.

The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a semi-arid region with limited surface water and sensitive groundwater resources. Oil extraction activities pose risks of groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing fluids and produced water. Air emissions from flaring and equipment contribute to local ozone formation. The area also hosts endangered species habitats, requiring compliance with the Endangered Species Act.