PLINY THE ELDER CTB Oil Extraction Facility, Carlsbad, New Mexico

PLINY THE ELDER CTB is an oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 6.4 miles southeast of Carlsbad. The facility operates within the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States, contributing to the country's domestic energy supply. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211120 for oil and gas extraction. As an operational oil extraction site, it employs standard industry practices for crude oil production, including drilling and well operation. The regulatory framework governing this facility includes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act regulations, such as the Refinery MACT standards, and state-level regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. The Permian Basin's extensive infrastructure supports the transportation and processing of crude oil, linking extraction sites like PLINY THE ELDER CTB to refineries and markets. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with sparse population reduces certain community exposure risks, though water usage and potential brine disposal are environmental considerations typical of oil extraction in the area.

The facility is located in the Chihuahuan Desert, an arid region with limited surface water. Oil extraction activities in this area can impact groundwater resources through potential contamination from drilling fluids or produced water. The region's sensitive ecosystems, including the Carlsbad Caverns area, require careful management of emissions and waste to minimize ecological disruption.