HOBBS FIELD Oil Extraction Facility, Hobbs, New Mexico | United States

HOBBS FIELD is an oil extraction facility located at 1017 West Stanolind Road in Hobbs, New Mexico, within Lea County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction. It is situated in the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that spans western Texas and southeastern New Mexico. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction activities in this region are subject to federal and state regulations governing air emissions, water management, and waste disposal. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive oil and gas infrastructure, with many extraction sites utilizing advanced drilling and completion technologies. As part of the Permian Basin's oil extraction network, HOBBS FIELD contributes to the region's significant crude oil output. The facility's location in Lea County places it in an area with a high concentration of oil and gas operations, supporting local employment and energy supply. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air quality management, typical for extraction sites in arid regions.

The facility is located in the arid climate of southeastern New Mexico, where water resources are limited. Oil extraction operations in this region must manage produced water and prevent groundwater contamination. The Permian Basin's extraction activities are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level rules for injection wells and waste disposal. Spill prevention and response plans are critical given the potential for hydrocarbon releases in dry ecosystems.