DEVON - RIO BLANCO 4 FEDERAL NO3 - Oil Extraction Facility in Eunice, New Mexico

DEVON - RIO BLANCO 4 FEDERAL NO3 is an oil extraction facility situated in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 25 miles southwest of Eunice. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, a prolific oil-producing region that spans West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an operational site, it contributes to the United States' domestic oil supply, leveraging advanced extraction technologies common in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction in the Permian Basin typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The site's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, reflecting its role in upstream oil production. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in this region include water management, air emissions from drilling and production activities, and land use impacts. The facility's location in a semi-arid area with sensitive ecosystems necessitates adherence to state and federal regulations, including the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act. Its operational status underscores ongoing contributions to energy infrastructure and local economic activity.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region characterized by arid climate and sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can impact local water resources through hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. Air emissions from drilling and production, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under the EPA's New Source Performance Standards. The area's biodiversity, including species like the lesser prairie-chicken, may be affected by habitat fragmentation.