NAVAJO REFINING - MALJAMAR PUMPING STATION: Oil Extraction Facility in Maljamar, New Mexico

NAVAJO REFINING - MALJAMAR PUMPING STATION is an oil extraction facility located in Maljamar, Lea County, New Mexico, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's oil infrastructure, supporting the movement of crude oil from extraction sites to refineries. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, which govern emissions and discharge from oil extraction operations. In New Mexico, the Oil Conservation Division oversees well permitting and production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. As part of the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States, the Maljamar Pumping Station contributes to the local economy and energy supply. Its location in Lea County places it within a dense network of oil infrastructure, including pipelines and storage facilities, supporting downstream refining and distribution.

The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can impact local water resources and air quality. Spills or leaks from pumping stations pose risks to soil and groundwater. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring requirements.