Overview
SIMCOE - NEBU 418A/53A AND OTHERS is an oil extraction facility located near Navajo Dam, New Mexico, United States. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
SIMCOE - NEBU 418A/53A AND OTHERS is an operational oil extraction facility situated approximately 7 miles northeast of Navajo Dam in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States. The facility is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the region, which is known for its significant hydrocarbon reserves. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). In the United States, oil extraction facilities are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level agencies such as the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and production, with associated infrastructure for separation and storage. The facility contributes to the local and national energy supply, supporting downstream refining and distribution. Its location in the San Juan Basin, a major oil and gas producing area, underscores its role in regional energy development. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air emissions management, governed by state and federal regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the semi-arid San Juan Basin, an area with sensitive ecosystems and water resources. Oil extraction activities pose risks of groundwater contamination from produced water and spills, as well as air emissions from volatile organic compounds. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and New Mexico Environment Agency aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 7 miles northeast of Navajo Dam in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in New Mexico are regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division for well permitting and production oversight.
Key environmental concerns include groundwater contamination from produced water, air emissions of volatile organic compounds, and surface spills. These are managed through federal and state regulations requiring permits and monitoring.
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