PECOS FED 1Y Oil Extraction Facility, Malaga, New Mexico

PECOS FED 1Y is an oil extraction facility located approximately 16.2 miles southeast of Malaga, New Mexico, in Eddy County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader Permian Basin, a major oil-producing area in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Oil extraction in this region typically involves drilling and well operations, with production transported via pipelines to refineries. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive oil reserves and advanced extraction technologies, including horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. The facility's location in Eddy County places it in a region with significant oil infrastructure, including gathering lines, storage tanks, and processing plants. The environmental context includes arid landscapes and the potential for groundwater protection, as oil extraction activities are subject to state and federal regulations to minimize impacts on water resources and air quality.

The facility is situated in the arid Permian Basin region of southeastern New Mexico, where oil extraction activities are closely monitored for groundwater protection and air quality. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies ensures compliance with emission standards and spill prevention measures. The local environment features desert ecosystems, and operations must manage produced water and drilling waste to minimize ecological disruption.