DONKEY KONG 1 FED COM CTB 1 - Oil Extraction Facility in Eunice, New Mexico

DONKEY KONG 1 FED COM CTB 1 is an operational oil extraction facility situated 16.9 miles southwest of Eunice, New Mexico, in Lea County. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States, and operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). The facility's operations are subject to federal and state regulations, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act (CAA) standards for oil and gas extraction, as well as New Mexico's Oil and Gas Division rules. Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, with associated infrastructure for separation and storage of crude oil, natural gas, and produced water. As part of the Permian Basin's extensive oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to the region's significant crude oil output, which supports domestic energy supply and local economic activity. The environmental context includes arid landscapes and potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

Located in the arid Permian Basin, the facility operates in a region with low rainfall and sensitive groundwater resources. Oil extraction activities can pose risks to water quality through potential spills or leaks of produced water and chemicals. Air emissions from equipment and flaring are regulated under the EPA's CAA. The facility's proximity to rural areas requires careful management of noise and light pollution.