GAUCHO UNIT 7 BATTERY - Oil Extraction Facility in JAL, New Mexico

GAUCHO UNIT 7 BATTERY is an oil extraction facility situated in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 26 miles northwest of JAL. The facility is operational and contributes to the United States' domestic oil production, operating under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction in this region typically involves conventional drilling and production techniques, with a focus on maximizing recovery from the Permian Basin's rich hydrocarbon reserves. The facility's scale is consistent with regional operations, which range from small to large producers. As part of the broader oil infrastructure in the Permian Basin, GAUCHO UNIT 7 BATTERY plays a role in supplying crude oil to refineries and downstream markets. The facility's location in a semi-arid environment requires careful management of water resources and produced water handling to minimize environmental impact.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with significant oil extraction activity. Environmental considerations include potential groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water, air emissions from equipment, and land disturbance. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.