Overview
PLU BIG SINKS 25 FEDERAL 1H is an oil extraction facility located 14.3 miles southeast of Malaga, New Mexico, United States. It operates in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the country.
PLU BIG SINKS 25 FEDERAL 1H is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 14.3 miles southeast of Malaga. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, a prolific oil-producing region that spans West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic crude oil supply, supporting energy independence and economic activity in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction activities are subject to the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-specific regulations governing drilling, production, and waste management. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations, which have significantly increased oil production in recent years. The environmental context of the Permian Basin includes arid landscapes, limited water resources, and potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions. Operators are required to implement best management practices to minimize environmental footprint, including water recycling and emission controls. The facility's location in a rural area reduces direct exposure to populated centers but necessitates careful management of local ecosystems and groundwater resources.
Environmental context
The Permian Basin's arid climate and sensitive ecosystems require careful management of water usage and waste disposal. Oil extraction activities can impact air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, which are regulated under EPA's New Source Performance Standards. Groundwater protection is critical, with operators required to comply with Underground Injection Control programs for disposal wells. The region's biodiversity, including species like the lesser prairie-chicken, may be affected by habitat fragmentation from well pads and infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
PLU BIG SINKS 25 FEDERAL 1H is located 14.3 miles southeast of Malaga, in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility, part of the oil and gas production infrastructure in the Permian Basin.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction in New Mexico is regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, and by the New Mexico Environment Department. Operators must comply with air emission standards, water discharge permits, and underground injection control programs.
The Permian Basin is one of the most productive oil regions in the United States, accounting for a significant portion of domestic crude oil production. It is known for extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations.
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