Overview
Marathon Kyle 34 Federal No 5H is an oil extraction facility in Malaga, New Mexico, USA. It operates within the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region.
Marathon Kyle 34 Federal No 5H is an oil extraction facility located 3.9 miles south of Malaga, Eddy County, New Mexico, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas plays in the country. 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 also apply. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for oil extraction operations in the region. As part of the Permian Basin, this facility plays a role in meeting domestic energy demand. The region's oil extraction activities are significant for local economies and national energy security. Environmental considerations include air emissions from drilling and production, water usage for hydraulic fracturing, and potential impacts on local ecosystems.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the arid landscape of southeastern New Mexico, where water resources are limited. Oil extraction in this region involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, which require significant water use and generate produced water. Air emissions from engines, flaring, and volatile organic compounds are regulated under EPA's New Source Performance Standards. The area's sensitive desert ecosystems and groundwater resources necessitate careful management of spills and waste disposal.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located 3.9 miles south of Malaga, in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas, operating within the Permian Basin.
The operator is Marathon Oil, a major independent exploration and production company.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-level rules from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division.
The Permian Basin is one of the largest oil-producing regions in the United States, known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations.
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