RED HILLS FACILITY PAD 2 - Oil Extraction Facility in Jal, New Mexico

RED HILLS FACILITY PAD 2 is an oil extraction facility located in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 24.8 miles west of Jal. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. It is situated in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable New Mexico state regulations. Oil extraction in this region typically involves drilling and well operations, with produced water management and emissions controls. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing activities. As part of the broader oil extraction infrastructure in the Permian Basin, RED HILLS FACILITY PAD 2 contributes to the region's significant crude oil output. The facility's operations are subject to federal and state environmental oversight, including spill prevention and air quality regulations. Its location in a semi-arid environment necessitates careful water management and adherence to best practices for minimizing ecological impact.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a semi-arid region with sensitive desert ecosystems. Oil extraction activities pose risks of soil and groundwater contamination from spills or leaks of produced water and hydrocarbons. Air emissions from drilling and well operations, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under EPA's New Source Performance Standards. Water scarcity in the area heightens the importance of responsible water use and disposal.