SPUD 16 STATE 10 BATTERY Oil Extraction Facility, Carlsbad, New Mexico

SPUD 16 STATE 10 BATTERY is an oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 16.5 miles southeast of Carlsbad. The facility operates within the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that accounts for a significant portion of U.S. crude oil output. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the region's upstream oil infrastructure, focusing on the initial stages of hydrocarbon recovery. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act (CAA) and Clean Water Act (CWA) requirements for oil and gas extraction. State-level oversight from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (NM OCD) ensures compliance with drilling and production standards. The Permian Basin's geology typically requires enhanced oil recovery techniques, such as water flooding or CO2 injection, to maximize extraction efficiency. Environmental considerations for this facility include potential impacts on local air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions, as well as water management for produced water. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems underscores the importance of adherence to spill prevention and groundwater protection measures. Its role in the broader oil supply chain supports regional energy production and economic activity.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with semi-arid climate and sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of VOCs and methane, and require careful management of produced water to prevent groundwater contamination. The area's low precipitation and high evaporation rates influence water management strategies. Regulatory frameworks under the EPA and NM OCD aim to mitigate these environmental risks.