OXY USA Inc - Poker Lake 32 State No1 Tank Battery, Malaga, New Mexico | Oil Extraction Facility

OXY USA Inc - Poker Lake 32 State No1 Tank Battery is an oil extraction facility located 17 miles northeast of Malaga, New Mexico, in Eddy County. The facility is situated within the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that accounts for a significant portion of U.S. crude oil output. As a tank battery, it serves as a collection point for crude oil from nearby wells, where it is stored before being transported for refining. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and New Mexico's oil and gas rules. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets emissions standards for oil and gas operations, while the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) oversees federal mineral leases in the area. Typical equipment at such sites includes separators, tanks, and piping for gathering and storing crude oil. The Poker Lake 32 State No1 Tank Battery plays a role in the local economy by supporting oil production in Eddy County. The Permian Basin's high output contributes to U.S. energy security and domestic fuel supply. Environmental considerations include potential emissions from storage tanks and the need for spill prevention measures, which are addressed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

The facility is located in the arid Permian Basin region of southeastern New Mexico, where water scarcity and dust management are key environmental concerns. Oil extraction operations can impact local air quality through volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and may pose risks to groundwater if spills occur. Regulatory frameworks such as the EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas require emissions controls, while state rules mandate spill prevention and response plans.