Overview
LOTUS FEDERAL 4 is an operational oil extraction facility located 19 miles southeast of Loving, New Mexico, in Eddy County. It operates within the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States.
LOTUS FEDERAL 4 is an oil extraction facility located in Loving, New Mexico, within Eddy County. The facility is situated 19 miles southeast of Loving and operates in the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic oil supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable New Mexico state regulations. Oil extraction in the Permian Basin typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access oil from tight rock formations. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction operations. The Permian Basin is known for its high productivity and extensive infrastructure, including pipelines and processing plants. LOTUS FEDERAL 4 plays a role in the regional oil supply chain, supporting downstream refining and energy markets. The facility's location in a semi-arid environment with limited water resources underscores the importance of water management practices in oil extraction operations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with semi-arid climate and limited surface water. Oil extraction here involves significant water use for hydraulic fracturing, which can impact local water resources. The area also has potential for air emissions from drilling and production activities, regulated under the EPA's CAA. Spill risks are managed through state and federal regulations, including the Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
LOTUS FEDERAL 4 is located 19 miles southeast of Loving, New Mexico, in Eddy County, within the Permian Basin region of the United States.
LOTUS FEDERAL 4 is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
LOTUS FEDERAL 4 is currently operational, contributing to oil production in the Permian Basin.
Oil extraction facilities in New Mexico must comply with U.S. EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific rules from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division.
The Permian Basin is one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States, known for its extensive use of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access oil from tight rock formations.
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