Overview
SPUR - EDWARD STATE NO4 BATTERY is an oil extraction facility located near Maljamar, New Mexico, United States. It operates in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the country.
SPUR - EDWARD STATE NO4 BATTERY is an oil extraction facility located 1.58 miles south of Maljamar, in Lea County, New Mexico. The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a prolific oil-producing region that spans West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic crude oil supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction in this region typically involves drilling and well operations, with production transported via pipelines to refineries. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing activities, which have significantly boosted U.S. oil output. The environmental context of this facility includes the arid landscape of southeastern New Mexico, where water usage and potential groundwater contamination are key concerns. Oil extraction operations must comply with EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act regulations, as well as state-specific rules for waste management and spill prevention. The facility's proximity to Maljamar underscores its role in the local economy, providing jobs and tax revenue.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Permian Basin, an arid region with limited surface water. Oil extraction here involves significant water use for hydraulic fracturing and potential risks of groundwater contamination from produced water and chemical spills. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and New Mexico Environment Department addresses air emissions, water discharges, and waste management under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
SPUR - EDWARD STATE NO4 BATTERY is located 1.58 miles south of Maljamar, in Lea County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to ongoing oil production in the Permian Basin.
Oil extraction facilities in New Mexico must comply with the U.S. EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations from the New Mexico Environment Department regarding air emissions, water discharges, and waste management.
Oil extraction in the Permian Basin involves water-intensive hydraulic fracturing and produces wastewater that must be managed to prevent groundwater contamination. Air emissions from drilling and production operations are regulated to minimize impacts on local air quality.
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