SIMCOE - NEBU 473/NEBU 40 Oil Extraction Facility, Navajo Dam, New Mexico

SIMCOE - NEBU 473/NEBU 40 is an oil extraction facility situated approximately 9 miles northwest of Navajo Dam, New Mexico, in the United States. The facility is located in San Juan County, a region known for its oil and gas activity within the San Juan Basin. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111, 211120, and 211130, indicating involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as support activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Oil extraction in this region typically involves conventional drilling and production techniques, with wells tapping into the San Juan Basin's hydrocarbon reserves. As part of the broader oil infrastructure in the San Juan Basin, this facility contributes to the energy supply for the region and the nation. Its location near the Navajo Dam area places it within a landscape that includes both energy development and natural resources, requiring careful management of environmental impacts such as water usage and potential spills.

The facility is situated in the arid high desert of northwestern New Mexico, near the Navajo Dam and the San Juan River. Oil extraction in this region poses risks to local water resources, including potential contamination from spills or leaks. The area also supports wildlife habitats, and operations must comply with federal and state regulations to minimize ecological disruption. The San Juan Basin's geology requires careful management of produced water and drilling fluids.