PLU Pierce Canyon 28 Tank Battery - Oil Extraction Facility in Malaga, New Mexico

PLU Pierce Canyon 28 Tank Battery is an oil extraction facility located 11.6 miles southeast of Malaga, New Mexico, United States. The facility is operational and situated in Eddy County, a region known for its significant oil and gas production within the Permian Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state regulations from the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction facilities in this region typically employ conventional drilling and production techniques, with tank batteries serving as central collection points for crude oil and produced water. As part of the Permian Basin, this facility contributes to one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States. The local environmental context includes arid landscapes and potential impacts on groundwater and air quality, which are managed through state and federal permits. The facility's role in the regional oil supply chain underscores its importance to local energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with arid climate and sensitive groundwater resources. Oil extraction activities can pose risks of spills and emissions, regulated under the EPA's CAA and state rules. The area's ecology includes desert habitats and species adapted to low water availability.