HOWELL C NO 1A HOWELL C NO 200S Oil Extraction Facility, Blanco, New Mexico

HOWELL C NO 1A HOWELL C NO 200S is an oil extraction facility situated in the San Juan Basin, approximately 11 miles east of Blanco, New Mexico. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, which is regulated under federal and state environmental laws. The San Juan Basin is a significant oil and gas producing region, known for its conventional and unconventional resources. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Oil extraction activities are subject to the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-specific regulations governing drilling, production, and waste management. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as oil and gas extraction support activities. As an operational oil extraction site, HOWELL C NO 1A HOWELL C NO 200S plays a role in the local energy supply chain. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with limited water resources necessitates careful management of produced water and potential environmental impacts. Its contribution to the regional economy and energy security is notable, though it also carries inherent risks associated with oil extraction, such as spills and groundwater contamination.

The facility is located in the San Juan Basin, a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems including desert shrublands and riparian areas. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential spills or improper disposal of produced water. The region's low precipitation and reliance on groundwater make contamination risks particularly significant.