LUSITANO 27 CTB 6 Oil Extraction Facility, Loving, New Mexico

LUSITANO 27 CTB 6 is an oil extraction facility located in Loving, New Mexico, within the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction. Its location in Eddy County places it in a key area for oil and gas development. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Oil extraction in this region typically involves drilling and production techniques such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, which are common in the Permian Basin. The facility's scale is consistent with regional operations, contributing to the area's significant crude oil output. As part of the Permian Basin's infrastructure, LUSITANO 27 CTB 6 plays a role in meeting domestic energy demand. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations concerning air emissions, water management, and waste disposal. Its location in a semi-arid region requires careful management of water resources and adherence to state-specific rules for oil and gas activities.

The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a region with high oil extraction activity that poses risks of groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water. Air emissions from operations, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under EPA's New Source Performance Standards. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the Pecos River watershed necessitate careful water management to protect local ecosystems.