NM20000-11757; HORSESHOE GALLUP UNIT #158 - Oil Extraction Facility in Waterflow, New Mexico

NM20000-11757; HORSESHOE GALLUP UNIT #158 is an oil extraction facility located in Waterflow, San Juan 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 and San Juan Basin areas known for significant hydrocarbon resources. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). In the United States, oil extraction facilities are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), as well as state-level agencies like the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and production, with associated infrastructure for separation, storage, and transport. The facility's location in the arid climate of northwestern New Mexico means water management is a key environmental consideration. Produced water from oil extraction is often treated and reused for enhanced oil recovery or disposed of via injection wells, regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act's Underground Injection Control program. The facility's role in local energy supply and economic activity is significant, supporting jobs and tax revenue in San Juan County.

The facility is situated in the semi-arid Colorado Plateau region, where water scarcity is a critical environmental factor. Oil extraction operations require careful management of produced water and potential groundwater contamination risks. The area is also home to sensitive ecosystems and cultural resources, necessitating compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and state-level regulations. Spill prevention and response plans are essential to protect local soil and water quality.