Lone Tree Draw 13 St CTB - Oil Extraction Facility in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Lone Tree Draw 13 St CTB is an oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 6.5 miles northeast of Carlsbad. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both crude oil and natural gas liquids production. As part of the Permian Basin, this facility contributes to the region's significant oil output. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for water discharges. State-level regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (NM OCD) also apply, governing drilling, production, and waste management. Typical oil extraction in this area involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The Permian Basin is a major contributor to U.S. oil production, and facilities like Lone Tree Draw 13 St CTB play a role in maintaining domestic energy supply. The region's arid climate and proximity to the Carlsbad Caverns area require careful management of water resources and air emissions. The facility's operations are subject to spill prevention and response plans to protect local ecosystems.

Located in the arid landscape of southeastern New Mexico, the facility operates in a region with sensitive groundwater resources and fragile desert ecosystems. Oil extraction activities pose risks of soil and water contamination from spills or leaks of crude oil and produced water. Air emissions from drilling and production equipment, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, contribute to local air quality concerns. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and NM OCD aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.