Overview
Devon Energy Snapping 10 Federal No1 Battery is an oil extraction facility located 24 miles west of Loving, New Mexico, United States. It is currently operational and contributes to the region's oil production.
Devon Energy Snapping 10 Federal No1 Battery is an oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 24 miles west of Loving. The facility is operational and plays a role in the oil production activities within the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Oil extraction in this area typically involves drilling and well operations, with production managed through battery facilities that separate oil, gas, and water. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. As part of the Permian Basin's extensive oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to the region's energy output. The environmental context includes arid landscapes and potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, managed through state and federal regulations. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in local oil production.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the arid Permian Basin, where oil extraction activities can impact local water resources and air quality. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and New Mexico state agencies aims to mitigate risks such as groundwater contamination from produced water and emissions of volatile organic compounds. The region's low population density reduces some exposure risks, but cumulative impacts from numerous extraction sites remain a concern.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located 24 miles west of Loving, in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that separates oil, gas, and water from well production, operating as a battery in the Permian Basin.
The facility is operated by Devon Energy, a major oil and gas producer in the United States.
Facilities must comply with U.S. EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division regarding drilling, production, and waste management.
Oil extraction can affect local water resources through produced water disposal and cause air emissions. Regulations aim to minimize these impacts, but cumulative effects from many facilities are a concern.
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