Overview
COOKSEY 26 FEDERAL COM NO 1H is an operational oil extraction facility near Malaga, New Mexico, USA. It operates in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States.
COOKSEY 26 FEDERAL COM NO 1H is an oil extraction facility located 9 miles southwest of Malaga, in Eddy 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 oil supply, supporting energy infrastructure and local economies. 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-level regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (OCD). The Permian Basin is known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations, which have significantly increased oil production in recent years. The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can impact local water resources and air quality. The facility's proximity to the Pecos River and the Carlsbad Caverns area highlights the need for careful environmental management. The site's operational status indicates ongoing production, with potential implications for local groundwater and air emissions.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with semi-arid climate and sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction here involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, which can affect groundwater quality and increase water demand. The area is also home to the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, emphasizing the need for careful environmental stewardship to protect karst landscapes and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
COOKSEY 26 FEDERAL COM NO 1H is located 9 miles southwest of Malaga, in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil regions in the United States.
Oil extraction in New Mexico is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as by the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (OCD) for state-level oversight.
Environmental concerns include groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing, high water usage, air emissions from flaring and equipment, and impacts on sensitive ecosystems like the Carlsbad Caverns area.
As part of the Permian Basin, this facility contributes to the United States' domestic oil production, supporting energy independence and supplying crude to refineries across the country.
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