PLU PIERCE CANYON 16-24-30 ST 1H - Oil Extraction Facility in Malaga, New Mexico

PLU PIERCE CANYON 16-24-30 ST 1H is an oil extraction facility located approximately 11 miles east of Malaga, in Eddy County, New Mexico. The facility operates within the Permian Basin, a prolific oil-producing region that spans western Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic crude oil supply. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both oil and natural gas liquids production. In the United States, oil extraction operations are subject to federal and state regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards for emissions and the Clean Water Act for produced water management. State-level oversight by the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division ensures compliance with drilling and production practices. The Permian Basin is known for its high productivity and extensive infrastructure, supporting numerous extraction sites like this one. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with limited surface water highlights the importance of water management in hydraulic fracturing and produced water disposal. Its operational status underscores ongoing contributions to regional energy production and economic activity.

The facility operates in the Permian Basin, a region with significant oil extraction activity that poses risks of groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing and produced water spills. Air emissions from drilling and flaring contribute to local air quality concerns, including volatile organic compounds and methane. The semi-arid climate and limited water resources make water management a critical environmental issue, with potential impacts on local ecosystems and communities.