HILCORP - HUERFANO UNIT HZMC 1H Oil Extraction Facility, Huerfano, New Mexico

HILCORP - HUERFANO UNIT HZMC 1H is an oil extraction facility located approximately 6 miles southeast of Huerfano, in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), reflecting its role in upstream oil and gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level agencies such as the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and water management for oil extraction sites. The facility's scale is typical for the region, which is part of the San Juan Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. As an oil extraction site, the facility contributes to the local and national energy supply. Its operations involve drilling and extraction of crude oil and natural gas liquids, with potential environmental considerations such as water usage, produced water management, and air emissions. The facility's location in a semi-arid region of New Mexico underscores the importance of responsible resource management to minimize impacts on local ecosystems and communities.

The facility is situated in the San Juan Basin, a region characterized by arid to semi-arid climate and sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can impact local water resources through groundwater withdrawal and produced water disposal. Air emissions from operations, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under the Clean Air Act. The area also supports wildlife habitats, requiring careful management to mitigate disturbance.