DEVON - SEAWOLF 1 WELLPAD 3 - Oil Extraction Facility in JAL, New Mexico

DEVON - SEAWOLF 1 WELLPAD 3 is an oil extraction facility located in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 19 miles southwest of JAL. The facility is operational and is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the Permian Basin region, one of the most prolific oil-producing areas in the United States. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both crude oil and natural gas liquids production. As an oil extraction wellpad, it typically includes wells, separators, storage tanks, and associated equipment for initial processing. Operations are subject to federal and state regulations, including EPA's Clean Air Act and New Mexico's oil and gas rules. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations. This facility contributes to the region's significant oil output, which supports domestic energy supply and local economies. Environmental considerations include water management, air emissions, and land use impacts typical of oil extraction activities in arid landscapes.

The facility is situated in the arid Permian Basin of southeastern New Mexico, an area characterized by low precipitation and sensitive desert ecosystems. Oil extraction activities here involve water-intensive hydraulic fracturing and produced water management, which can impact local water resources. Air emissions from drilling and production, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under EPA's New Source Performance Standards. Spill risks associated with oil and produced water storage are managed through containment and monitoring requirements.